FLOWS Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Mar 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
What this bill does
This bill, titled the "Futureproofing Local Operations for Water Systems Act of 2026" or "FLOWS Act of 2026," would establish a grant program. The program would provide funding for eligible entities in rural areas to design, construct, operate, and maintain digital infrastructure technology for water systems. This technology could include tools for monitoring water loss, identifying infrastructure damage, and improving operational efficiency. Grants could also cover training for managing these technologies and cybersecurity measures.
The program would affect owners and operators of public water systems or treatment works in rural areas, as well as the rural areas themselves. States and Tribes could also apply on behalf of these entities. Priority for grants would be given to systems serving fewer than 3,300 people and those serving communities deemed most in need. The bill also authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for this grant program.
The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 3, 2026, by Senator John Boozman, along with Senator Kelly. It has been referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. If passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives and signed by the President, the grant program would be established. The bill also requires the Comptroller General to study the impact of this technology in rural areas within five years of enactment and to submit a report by December 31, 2030.
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Timeline
3 Mar 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Common questions
- What does S. 3967 do?
- This bill, titled the "Futureproofing Local Operations for Water Systems Act of 2026" or "FLOWS Act of 2026," would establish a grant program. The program would provide funding for eligible entities in rural areas to design, construct, operate, and maintain digital infrastructure technology for water systems. This technology could include tools for monitoring water loss, identifying infrastructure damage, and improving operational efficiency. Grants could also cover training for managing these technologies and cybersecurity measures. The program would affect owners and operators of public water systems or treatment works in rural areas, as well as the rural areas themselves. States and Tribes could also apply on behalf of these entities. Priority for grants would be given to systems serving fewer than 3,300 people and those serving communities deemed most in need. The bill also authorizes $50 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 for this grant program. The bill was introduced in the Senate on March 3, 2026, by Senator John Boozman, along with Senator Kelly. It has been referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. If passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives and signed by the President, the grant program would be established. The bill also requires the Comptroller General to study the impact of this technology in rural areas within five years of enactment and to submit a report by December 31, 2030.
- Has S. 3967 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 3967. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 3967?
- S. 3967 was sponsored by Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (R-AR), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 3967?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (3 Mar 2026).
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