The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced over $420 million (€387 million) from President Biden's Investing in America agenda for New York drinking water and clean water infrastructure upgrades.
While the State Revolving Funds have been a foundational source of water infrastructure investments since 1988, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, under the Biden-Harris Administration is infusing an additional $50 billion (€46 million) — the largest such investment in American history.
Almost half of this funding will be available as grants or principal forgiveness loans, ensuring funds reach communities who have been historically disinvested in, and most in need of, water infrastructure improvements. Most importantly, the state revolving funds provide states with the flexibility they need to respond to their most critical issues.
“President Biden’s Investing in America agenda continues to transform communities for the better with this latest infusion of funds for critical water infrastructure projects,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan.
“With $50 billion in total, the largest investment in water infrastructure in our nation’s history, EPA will enable communities across the nation to ensure safer drinking water for their residents and rebuild vital clean water infrastructure to protect public health for decades to come.”
“We are investing in clean water and providing millions of dollars to improve our region’s water infrastructure while safeguarding people’s health, enhancing the environment, and boosting local economies,” said EPA Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia.
“This is a critical moment in time to upgrade water infrastructure in New York and for making these vital improvements, particularly in communities that need it most.”
New York Governor Kathy Hochul said: “New York is making historic investments to upgrade our clean water infrastructure, and thanks to New York's Congressional delegation and the Biden Administration's support and leadership in rolling out Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding, we will continue to get shovels in the ground to advance infrastructure upgrades and support local economies. This critical investment will support our ongoing efforts to protect public health and ensure all New Yorkers have access to clean water."
Water infrastructure funding for New York
