Inland Empire Regional Water Recycling Initiative

This bill, introduced as the Inland Empire Regional Water Recycling Initiative, would authorize the federal government to partner with local California water agencies to design and build new water recycling facilities. Specifically, it supports the construction of regional recycling infrastructure and satellite plants in Rancho Cucamonga capable of processing approximately two million gallons of domestic wastewater per day.

For residents, the bill aims to improve local water security by creating a reliable, drought-resistant supply of recycled water for irrigation and industrial use, which helps preserve high-quality drinking water for households. While the federal government would provide technical and financial assistance, its contribution would be limited to 25 percent of the total project costs.