U.S. House Introduces $1 Billion Bill for Advanced Wastewater Treatment to Combat PFAS Contamination

A bipartisan bill in the U.S. House aims to allocate $1 billion over five years for advanced wastewater treatment upgrades to address PFAS contamination. Sponsored by Representatives Haley Stevens and Brian Fitzpatrick, the Advanced Wastewater Treatment Assistance Act of 2026 would cover up to 50% of project costs for eligible water utilities using technologies like granular activated carbon and reverse osmosis. The bill also includes provisions for disadvantaged communities and mandates an independent study on treatment effectiveness.

Published Mar 21, 2026

The Advanced Wastewater Treatment Assistance Act of 2026 proposes a $1 billion federal grant program over five years for advanced wastewater treatment upgrades in the U.S. House of Representatives. Sponsored by Representatives Haley Stevens (D-MI) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), the bill aims to cover up to 50% of project costs for eligible water utilities implementing technologies to combat PFAS contamination.

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The legislation also prioritizes funding for disadvantaged communities and requires an independent study on the effectiveness of advanced treatment methods. The National Association of Clean Water Agencies supports the measure amid rising infrastructure costs.