Senate Panel Releases Bipartisan Water Projects Bill

"The legislation addresses a broader suite of issues compared to the House version."

"The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee released bipartisan legislation Monday that seeks to address major water infrastructure priorities and bar the Trump administration from canceling congressionally authorized projects.

The Water Resources Development Act of 2026 would authorize eight new Army Corps of Engineers projects to reduce flood risk, restore ecosystems, and improve ports and navigation.

The new Senate bill addresses a broader suite of issues when compared to companion legislation released in the House last month and up for markup in the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Tuesday."

Miranda Willson reports for E&E News July 13, 2026.

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Source: E&E News, 07/16/2026