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WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, the Department of the Interior announced an $889 million investment in western water infrastructure through President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. This funding will directly benefit 10 of our Members’ districts. Below are their statements on the announcement.

“Water infrastructure isn’t just pipes and pumps, it’s the backbone of our communities, our farms, and our everyday lives. Clean water, reliable irrigation, and resilient systems keep America running,” said Chair Celeste Maloy.

“The Fort Laramie canal system provides water for more than 100,000 acres of cropland across Wyoming and Nebraska. The 2019 tunnel collapse was catastrophic for communities which have relied on this network for more than a century,” said Vice Chair Harriet Hageman. “Impacted stakeholders have been working tirelessly to rebuild and find every available resource to keep producers producing. The $100 million provided by the One Big Beautiful Bill, in addition to the $14.6 million Rep. Adrian Smith and I secured in community project funding, brings enormous relief for those who depend on this critical infrastructure.”
 
“President Trump and House Republicans have delivered a massive investment in California’s water infrastructure. Devoting resources to expanded storage capacity at Shasta is an overdue step that can help our state address our water challenges. I’m thankful for President Trump’s leadership on this issue and look forward to working together to improving California’s water infrastructure.” said Representative Ken Calvert.

“This historic investment into western water infrastructure will safeguard our water delivery systems for decades to come,” said Representative Vince Fong. “Our canals are sinking and our reservoirs require added capacity — these resources will go directly towards projects that will bring real solutions to California’s water crisis. Enhancing water supply certainty and reliability is central for our local communities, businesses and farmers.”

“For too long, past administrations have failed to invest the right way in critical water infrastructure - especially in America’s West. President Trump and the Department of the Interior deserve real credit for representing the entire nation and delivering $889 million to affirm this Administration’s commitment to ensuring the West – and communities across California – are not forgotten,” said Representative Darrell Issa.

“After nearly a year of work, I'm proud to announce California will receive $540 million to support critical storage and conveyance projects across the state—the most significant water investment California has ever seen," said Representative David Valadao. "These funds, which my California Republican colleagues and I secured through the Working Families Tax Cut, will restore capacity, strengthen reliability, and improve our ability to capture and deliver water supplies. I appreciate the Trump Administration's efforts to ensure these resources reach the communities that need them most, and I look forward to continuing to work together to deliver a stable and secure water supply for California's 22nd Congressional District."

“California’s families, farmers, and communities rely on a dependable water system, and this investment is an important step forward. For too long, critical infrastructure in the Central Valley has lagged behind growing demand. By upgrading canals, expanding storage, and improving water delivery, we can strengthen our agricultural economy and ensure more reliable supplies for communities across the state. I will continue working to advance long-term solutions that increase water availability and build resilience against future droughts,” said Representative Kevin Kiley.

"I am very pleased to see $30 million secured for Idaho’s Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District (LOID) through Congress’s H.R. 1, the Working Families Tax Cuts law. This funding will support the construction of a new water intake and conveyance system from the Clearwater River, ensuring a strong, reliable water supply for the Lewiston Orchards area for years to come," said Representative Russ Fulcher. "This is a major win for water security in the West, and I am proud to have worked alongside my Idaho congressional colleagues to help advance this important project."

“The announcement to invest in Western water projects, including Idaho, comes as welcome news during this critical time for water across the West. This $30 million investment in the Lewiston Orchards Irrigation District was included in President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill, and I was proud to work with the Bureau of Reclamation and help secure the funding. I look forward to continuing to work with Reclamation on funding other future vital water infrastructure in Idaho,” said Representative Mike Simpson.

“Reliable water infrastructure is foundational to North Dakota’s future. This $108 million investment in the Eastern North Dakota Alternate Water Supply Project (ENDAWS) moves us closer to a more secure, drought-resistant water supply for communities across the Red River Valley," said Representative Julie Fedorchak. "I appreciate the Trump administration and the Department of the Interior for awarding this funding and recognizing the importance of projects like ENDAWS that support growth, strengthen rural communities, and deliver long-term savings for taxpayers.”  

"Water reliability is the foundation everything else is built on. The Highline Canal has served Utah communities for over 110 years, but it has outlived its ability to do the job safely and efficiently. This critical investment replaces it with a modern enclosed pipeline, which means less water lost, fewer failures, and more certainty for the people who depend on it. That's a practical, long-overdue fix for a real problem," said Representative Mike Kennedy.

 

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