Last progress May 1, 2025 (7 months ago)
Introduced on May 1, 2025 by Ruben Gallego
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
This bill expands an existing federal program to help local water systems train for cyber threats. It lets community water systems use grants for training programs and materials that teach how to prevent and respond to cyberattacks. It also extends the program so funding can run from 2026 through 2031 .
In short, it aims to make drinking water systems safer by funding practical, hands-on cybersecurity training and guidance for the people who run them .
| Key point | What it means |
|---|---|
| Who is affected | Community water systems and their staff |
| What changes | Grants can pay for cybersecurity training programs and training materials to protect and respond to attacks |
| When | Program funding is extended to 2026–2031 |