U.S. Senators Schumer, Gillibrand cheer EPA on providing “major” $420 million investment for New York’s Drinking and Clean Water Revolving Funds
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand applauded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) providing New York a historic investment of $420,000,000 for New York State’s Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds (SRF) as a part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act they championed.
“Access to clean water and modern water systems are fundamental, and thanks to my Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Law, we’re sending a whopping $420 million flowing to upgrade New York’s water infrastructure. This major federal investment will ensure families across New York are provided safe drinking water, free of contaminants, and that our beautiful waterways remain free from sewer overflow,” said Senator Schumer.
“These dollars will help give New York State and municipalities the support they need to replace dangerous lead pipes and modernize critical water systems, all while creating a steady stream of jobs, jobs, jobs. I am proud to deliver this major funding and will continue the fight to turn the tide on our state’s aging water infrastructure, create jobs for New Yorkers, and keep our communities safe and healthy.”
“New Yorkers deserve water systems they can depend on and safe drinking water they can trust,” said Senator Gillibrand.
“This $420 million in funding is monumental for New York’s Drinking Water State Revolving Fund and Clean Water State Revolving Fund and will help improve the quality of vital water infrastructure by bringing long-needed improvements to modernize water systems throughout the state. I am proud to have helped secure the funding in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that enables this much-needed investment and will continue fighting for the resources needed to enhance public health and provide New Yorkers with access to safe and reliable water.”
Schumer and Gillibrand explained the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act makes the single-largest investment ever in U.S. water infrastructure.
In total, the bill includes over $50 billion for the EPA’s highly successful water infrastructure programs.
Specifically, the EPA announced it will provide New York over $420 million for its Drinking Water and Clean Water State Revolving Funds (SRF).
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