NH Delegation Welcomes Over $7.5 Million Investment for Clean Water Infrastructure Upgrades
The New Hampshire delegation today welcomed $7,572,000 from the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for New Hampshire’s Clean Water State Revolving Funds (CWSRF). The funding will help communities upgrade essential wastewater and stormwater systems to protect public health and treasured water bodies across the nation.
“New Hampshire’s wastewater infrastructure is in need of critical upgrades to best serve our communities,” said U.S. Congressman Chris Pappas. “This funding will help our state update old wastewater infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce energy costs, safeguard the environment, and ensure communities have clean water. I’ll keep working to secure funding to protect our communities, drive economic development, and invest in our water infrastructure.”
“Clean rivers, lakes and streams are fundamental to the health and wellness of all Granite State communities. That should be a right, not a privilege. I'm thrilled to see federal dollars I worked to secure head to New Hampshire to uphold that standard by supporting local water infrastructure projects,” said U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen. “In addition to health benefits, investments in water infrastructure bring about new opportunities for economic growth and job creation. I’ll continue advocating for resources to develop and strengthen New Hampshire’s water and wastewater infrastructure.”
“Clean water is vital for families’ health and well-being and for our communities to thrive. I am glad to see more funding coming to New Hampshire so that we can continue to update our clean water infrastructure and ensure that everyone in our state has access to safe, clean water,” said U.S. Senator Maggie Hassan.
“Improving our water infrastructure is essential for the health and well-being of communities across New Hampshire,” said U.S. Congresswoman Annie Kuster. “I am pleased to see this funding heading to our state to strengthen wastewater treatment and ensure no municipality is left without the safe sanitation resources they need to thrive for decades to come.”
“Too many communities across the country are facing challenges with water infrastructure – from climate impacts like drought vulnerability, to a lack of basic wastewater services that everyone deserves,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda is getting unprecedented investments in clean water to communities that need them most. This funding paired with this historic funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will support local economies while advancing projects in communities to help ensure clean, safe water for residents.”
“The investments we are making now will result in long-lasting benefits for communities across New England, from southern Connecticut all the way up to rural northern communities in Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire. Upgrading wastewater treatment plants means protecting the environment that sustains our communities, and it means healthier places we live and raise our families. I am especially proud that EPA and the Biden Administration is making these investments to ensure that historically underserved communities are getting the investments and environmental protection they deserve,” said EPA New England Regional Administrator David W. Cash.