Introduction:

CWC supports California state and federal legislation that plans, prepares, and protects water access for vulnerable communities. Alongside impacted communities, allies and decision makers in both state and federal spaces are working together to protect and advocate for safe and affordable drinking water for all. Click here to learn more on Legislative Policy Positions.

2025 Endorsed Federal Bills:

• H.R. 4733 - Low-Income Household Water Establishment Act (2025) by Rep. Eric Sorensen (D-IL-17)

  • Reauthorizes and codifies the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) by allocating $500 million annually for it to be housed at the Department of Health and Human Services.

• H.R. 4879 - Emergency Rural Water Response Act of 2025 (2025) by Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA-21)

  • Expands the USDA Rural Development Emergency and Imminent Community Water Assistance Program by increasing the population cap for eligibility from 10,000 to 35,000.

For more information, please contact:

Policy:

Celina Mahabir, Federal Policy Advocate

celina.mahabir@communitywatercenter.org

Abraham Mendoza, Policy Manager

abraham.mendoza@communitywatercenter.org

Media:

Maraid Jimenez, Communications Manager

maraid.jimenez@communitywatercenter.org