A Democratic bill with 2 Republican cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
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The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "STORMWATER Act," aims to extend the authorization for centers of excellence focused on stormwater control infrastructure technologies. It specifically amends the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to change the number of required centers to five. The bill also extends the timeframe for these authorizations from fiscal years 2022-2026 to fiscal years 2027-2031. Additionally, it mandates that one of these centers be located in and focused on the Great Lakes region.
Yes· 3 of 7
- Scored +3
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill advances research into stormwater control technologies which can mitigate environmental impacts.
- Scored +3
Does this put more money into scientific research?
The bill extends the authorization for centers of excellence focused on infrastructure technology research.
- Scored +2
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?
Improved stormwater management technology can enhance resilience against flood-related disasters.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Research and Infrastructure Capacity: The bill increases the number of centers to five, which may expand the capacity for stormwater control infrastructure technology development (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Regional Focus on the Great Lakes: The bill requires one of the centers to be located in and focused on the Great Lakes region, providing specific attention to that area (Section 2(a)(4)).
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Extended Funding and Authorization: By extending the years for authorization and appropriations to fiscal years 2027 through 2031, it ensures continued support for these centers (Section 2(a)(2) and Section 2(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill advances research into stormwater control technologies which can mitigate environmental impacts. Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — Improved stormwater management technology can enhance resilience against flood-related disasters.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The expansion of research centers and infrastructure technology may foster job creation in specialized technical sectors. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Investment in infrastructure technology can contribute to long-term economic growth.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill extends the authorization for centers of excellence focused on infrastructure technology research.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The bill extends authorization for research centers focused on stormwater management technologies.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would students be better off under this? — The expansion of research centers may provide more academic and research opportunities.
- 10/5/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 8/27/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Debbie DingellDemocrat · Michigan
Mike KellyRepublican · Pennsylvania
Nicholas LangworthyRepublican · New York
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan