Hillary Scholten (D-MI)
Kent County Environmental Infrastructure Act
A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
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 is known as the Kent County Environmental Infrastructure Act. It was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Scholten on September 24, 2026. The legislation amends the Water Resources Development Act of 1992. Its main purpose is to authorize assistance for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Specifically, it provides $20,000,000 for these projects in Kent County, Michigan.
Yes· 3 of 15
- Scored +6
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill explicitly allocates $20,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater management, and surface water resource protection in Kent County.
- Scored +4
Does this invest in rural communities?
The authorized funding directly supports critical water and wastewater infrastructure development in Kent County, Michigan.
- Scored +3
Is this likely to create jobs?
The bill authorizes $20,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Kent County, which can support local construction and engineering jobs.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The legislation authorizes $20,000,000 in federal funding for local infrastructure projects, increasing federal expenditures.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Assistance for infrastructure: Section 2 authorizes $20,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure, including stormwater management and surface water resource protection in Kent County, Michigan, which can benefit the local area by funding these important projects.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts found: The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — Local business owners benefit from reliable municipal infrastructure and potential contracting opportunities tied to the funded projects. Would children be better off under this? — Improved water quality and wastewater management benefit the health and safety of children living in Kent County. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Investing in public water and wastewater systems helps maintain safe and affordable utility infrastructure for lower-income residents. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Residents benefit from reliable wastewater and stormwater management systems funded by the legislation. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-class households benefit from upgraded community infrastructure that protects surface water and manages stormwater effectively. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural parts of Kent County involved in surface water resource protection and infrastructure improvements benefit from the authorized funding. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Seniors residing in Kent County benefit from improved public health standards and environmental protections. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Residents within Kent County, including urban and suburban communities, benefit from upgraded water and wastewater management systems. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Enhanced local infrastructure contributes to a healthier and more sustainable living environment for young adults in the area.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill explicitly allocates $20,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater management, and surface water resource protection in Kent County. Does this invest in rural communities? — The authorized funding directly supports critical water and wastewater infrastructure development in Kent County, Michigan.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill authorizes $20,000,000 for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Kent County, which can support local construction and engineering jobs. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Investing in local water and wastewater infrastructure provides capital improvements that support regional economic activity. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — Local infrastructure projects can create contracting opportunities for regional engineering and construction firms, many of which are small businesses. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The legislation authorizes $20,000,000 in federal funding for local infrastructure projects, increasing federal expenditures.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill expands federal involvement and funding authorization for a specific local infrastructure project under the Water Resources Development Act.
- 9/24/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Introduced in House