Senator Mark Kelly announced Monday that Arizona will receive $109.4 million in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help the state upgrade and modernize its aging water and wastewater infrastructure. It will also address challenges like PFAS contamination. This is the first round of formula funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Kelly was a member of the Senate bipartisan group that reached a $1.2 trillion infrastructure agreement for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Arizona is set to receive the $109 million through the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) State Revolving Fund (SRF) programs in 2022. The funding can be used to replace lead service lines, ensure water is clear of lead and other contaminants like PFAS, and upgrade wastewater and stormwater management systems.
Kelly, who helped draft the law’s water infrastructure provisions, stated, “These funds from our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will create good-paying jobs, clean up harmful PFAS contaminants, and upgrade and modernize Arizona’s aging water systems so that families and small businesses across the state can access clean, reliable drinking water now and in the future.”
EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan stated, “As leaders, we must seize this moment. Billions of dollars are about to start flowing to states, and it is critical that EPA partners with states, Tribes, and territories to ensure the benefits of these investments are delivered in the most equitable way.”
“This funding will help ensure families have access to clean and reliable drinking water, supporting the City of Tucson’s efforts to clean up PFAS contamination that has affected our communities for far too long. My gratitude goes to our Senators for delivering the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which will help protect the long-term water security of our region and our state,” said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero.
