Water Resources Development Act of 2026
To provide for improvements to the rivers and harbors of the United States, to provide for the conservation and development of water and related resources, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9497, aims to improve the nation's rivers and harbors, as well as to better manage water and related resources. It was introduced on June 29, 2026, and has since moved through several stages in the legislative process. Currently, it has passed in the House of Representatives and is awaiting further action.
HB9497 would primarily affect federal and local agencies involved in water resource management, as well as communities that rely on these resources for economic and environmental benefits. The improvements and conservation efforts outlined in the bill could lead to better infrastructure, increased water availability, and enhanced environmental protections.
The bill was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on June 29, 2026. It was then referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment on June 30, 2026. After being reported out of the subcommittee on July 14, 2026, it passed the House on September 16, 2026. It now awaits further action in the Senate.
