To amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants, and for other purposes.
Summary
H.R. 7476 proposes to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants. These grants support water-related infrastructure projects in rural and agricultural areas. If enacted, the bill would extend or renew authorization for these federal funding programs that help rural communities and farms develop and maintain water systems.
The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House on February 10, 2026, and referred to committee. It has not yet been voted on by the full chamber. The practical impact, if passed, would be to continue federal support for water infrastructure improvements in rural areas, which could benefit farmers and rural residents who depend on reliable water systems for agriculture and daily needs.
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