Alabama to receive $43.7 million for water infrastructure improvements

Alabama is set to receive $43.7 million from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to improve drinking water quality and wastewater management, said an announcement from Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07). 

“I voted for the Biden-Harris Infrastructure Law because it promised to make the largest investment in wastewater and drinking water infrastructure in our nation’s history,” said Sewell. “Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are delivering on that promise."

"I am thrilled to announce that Alabama will receive over $43.7 million to help communities upgrade wastewater and drinking water infrastructure. Access to clean water is a basic human right, and this investment represents critical progress in our continued fight for equitable and safe wastewater systems. I thank President Biden and Vice President Harris for this historic investment, and I look forward to working with the State of Alabama to ensure these new resources reach the communities that need them most."

The investment will reportedly fund state-run, low-interest loan programs to address issues in drinking water infrastructure.

Allotments are made for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Clean Water General Supplemental funds for Alabama in the amount of $27,824,000, Emerging Contaminant funds for $2,402,000, and $13,490,000 under the Drinking Water Emerging Contaminant Fund.

“Water keeps us healthy, sustains vibrant communities and dynamic ecosystems, and supports economic opportunity. When our water infrastructure fails, it threatens people’s health, peace of mind, and the environment,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan.

“With the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s historic investment in water, EPA is working with states and local partners to upgrade infrastructure and address local challenges—from lead in drinking water, to PFAS, to water main breaks, to sewer overflows and climate resilience. Together, we are creating good-paying jobs while ensuring that all people can rely on clean and safe water.”