Senators Kelly and Lummis Propose Community Water Project Acceleration Act to Expedite Local Water Projects

Senators Mark Kelly and Cynthia Lummis have introduced the Community Water Project Acceleration Act to streamline the approval process for small, locally driven water projects by addressing inefficiencies in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' review system. The legislation aims to expedite projects with federal contributions of $6 million or less, gaining support from local leaders in Arizona amid pressing water infrastructure needs. Concurrently, Governor Katie Hobbs is advocating for Arizona's water rights as federal officials consider potential cutbacks from the Colorado River.

Published Mar 20, 2026

Senators Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced the Community Water Project Acceleration Act to expedite small, locally driven water projects by reducing bureaucratic delays. The bill targets inefficiencies in the U.S.

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Army Corps of Engineers' review process, allowing projects with federal contributions under $6 million or less than 15% of total costs to qualify for streamlined reviews. Local leaders in Arizona support the initiative amid ongoing water infrastructure needs. Separately, Governor Katie Hobbs is advocating for Arizona's water needs from the Colorado River as federal officials consider cutbacks, warning that Arizona holds the lowest priority under existing water rights agreements.