H.R. 3701 · 117th Congress

PIPE Act

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2021-06-04
Latest action
2021-06-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Summary

Protecting Infrastructure and Promoting the Economy Act or the PIPE Act

This bill directs the Environmental Protection Agency to establish (1) a wastewater infrastructure discretionary grant program, and (2) a drinking water infrastructure discretionary grant program. Under the programs, state, local, and tribal governments, public water utilities (e.g., systems used to treat wastewater or sewage), and certain water systems may apply for grants for infrastructure projects.