Senators Tammy Duckworth and Dick Durbin of Illinois, revealed that over $206 million will be allocated to improve the state’s water infrastructure. This funding is part of the DWWIA, a piece of legislation authored by Duckworth, now included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, accounting for a part of the $50 billion aimed at enhancing water infrastructure nationwide. Notably, around half of these funds will be made accessible through grants or principal forgiveness loans, securing resources for underserved communities urgently needing water infrastructure investment.
The complete statement from Senator Duckworth on this issue is below…
“I’m proud that this historic investment, which was made possible by my Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Act in President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will help improve drinking water and wastewater infrastructure across Illinois,” said Duckworth. “I’m also pleased that because of my DWWIA law, portions of this funding will be available as grants and loan forgiveness to ensure these investments reach the most underserved communities. Every American—regardless of their race, income or zip code—deserves to know that the systems that carry and process the water they use every day are safe, clean and reliable.”
“Access to clean and safe water is not just a basic necessity, it is a fundamental human right,” said Durbin. “Yet far too many communities across Illinois have been grappling with the costs of updating aging infrastructure that jeopardizes the quality and reliability of their water systems. Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we’re not only safeguarding public health but also laying the groundwork for a more resilient future.”
