DROUGHT Act of 2026 provides up to 90% federal assistance for water projects in drought-stricken areas.

The DROUGHT Act of 2026 amends the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act of 2014 to allow up to 90% federal assistance for water projects in states experiencing severe drought. It prioritizes projects that enhance water reuse, reduce regional water usage, lower costs to ratepayers, or provide substantial public health or environmental benefits. The bill also defines "covered project" to include those in areas with average household income at or below 200% of the poverty threshold or in states with designated drought severity of D2 or greater.

DROUGHT Act of 2026 provides up to 90% federal assistance for water projects in drought-stricken areas.

The DROUGHT Act of 2026 amends the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act of 2014 to allow up to 90% federal assistance for water projects in states experiencing severe drought. It prioritizes projects that enhance water reuse, reduce regional water usage, lower costs to ratepayers, or provide substantial public health or environmental benefits. The bill also defines "covered project" to include those in areas with average household income at or below 200% of the poverty threshold or in states with designated drought severity of D2 or greater.