A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to provide grants to upgrade or convert small-capacity cesspools for households in the State of Hawaii.
Latest action (29 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This bill, S. 5577, has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Mazie Hirono. Its stated purpose is to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to allow for grants to be given to households in Hawaii. These grants would be specifically for the purpose of upgrading or converting small-capacity cesspools.
The bill directly affects households in the State of Hawaii that currently utilize small-capacity cesspools. By providing grants, the intention is to help these households make necessary improvements or changes to their wastewater systems.
As this bill has just been introduced, it is in the very early stages of the legislative process. It has been referred to committee for consideration, and further action will depend on the committee's review and any subsequent votes. The full text of the bill detailing specific requirements and funding mechanisms is not yet publicly available.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 29, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5577 do?
- This bill, S. 5577, has been introduced in the Senate by Senator Mazie Hirono. Its stated purpose is to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to allow for grants to be given to households in Hawaii. These grants would be specifically for the purpose of upgrading or converting small-capacity cesspools. The bill directly affects households in the State of Hawaii that currently utilize small-capacity cesspools. By providing grants, the intention is to help these households make necessary improvements or changes to their wastewater systems. As this bill has just been introduced, it is in the very early stages of the legislative process. It has been referred to committee for consideration, and further action will depend on the committee's review and any subsequent votes. The full text of the bill detailing specific requirements and funding mechanisms is not yet publicly available.
- Has S. 5577 become law?
- Not yet. As of 29 Sep 2026, S. 5577 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5577?
- S. 5577 was sponsored by Sen. Mazie Hirono [D-HI] (Democrat-HI), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5577?
- Introduced (29 Sep 2026).
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