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Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
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ASSETGUARD via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Source: Senate LDA
| ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| LOUP BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| LOWER PLATTE NRDS | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| REPUBLICAN RIVER BASIN COALITION | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| SENTINEL FERTIGATION | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL | 7 | 2025–2026 |
| RUBICON WATER | 6 | 2025–2026 |
| NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY | 4 | 2025 |
| ASSETGUARD | 3 | 2026 |
Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Prepared NWRA support materials related to federal permitting and project streamlining legislation, including H.R. 4776, the SPEED Act. Tracked Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and related federal regulatory issues affecting western water operations and project delivery.
Prepared NWRA support materials related to federal permitting and project streamlining legislation, including H.R. 4776, the SPEED Act. Tracked Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and related federal regulatory issues affecting western water operations and project delivery.
Watershed Results Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Watershed Results Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Client: LOWER PLATTE NRDS · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Client: LOWER PLATTE NRDS · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act of 2026
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Urban Canal Modernization Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Urban Canal Modernization Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Hydropower Licensing Transparency Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Large-Scale Water Recycling Reauthorization Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Water Security and Drought Resilience Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Water Security and Drought Resilience Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Water Project Navigators Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Water Project Navigators Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Track and report on an administrative fix to the federal tax on water conservation rebates.
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: RUBICON WATER · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: RUBICON WATER · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Tracked fourth-quarter implementation of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as it relates to water infrastructure financing and agency execution of tax-related water provisions. Responded to Congressional staff inquiries regarding implementation impacts on western water agencies.
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: CITY OF NEWPORT · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: CITY OF NEWPORT · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation to ensure staff understands the importance of water conservation and the treatment of water conservation rebates the same as energy efficiency rebates under federal tax code. Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation to ensure staff understands the importance of water conservation and the treatment of water conservation rebates the same as energy efficiency rebates under federal tax code. Track and report on the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Track and report on the development of a possessory interest tax. Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Support for the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act (H.R. 1871 / S. 857). Support for the Water and Agriculture Tax Reform (WATR) Act. Support for the Wildfire Infrastructure and Landowner Tax Relief (WILTR) Act. Advocacy for inclusion of water conservation, infrastructure, and wildfire resilience incentives in federal tax parity language. Outreach to House Ways & Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee members, including Sen. Mike Crapo and Rep. Darrell Issa (WILTR Act).
ESA Amendments Act of 2025
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Support for H.R. 1897 - Endangered Species Act Amendments Act of 2025. Advocacy to House Natural Resources Committee for greater local stakeholder input and ESA implementation reform. Coalition support letter to House Interior Appropriations Subcommittee for increased USGS streamgage funding. Support for the nomination of Jessica Kramer to lead EPA Office of Water (letter to Senate Environment & Public Works Committee). Monitoring Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) rulemaking on NEPA revisions and categorical exclusions. Coalition comment letter in support of the rescission of the ESA harm definition (Docket FWS-HQ-ES-2025-0034) submitted to USFWS and NMFS.
ESA Amendments Act of 2025
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Support for H.R. 1897 Endangered Species Act Amendments Act of 2025 House Committee on Natural Resources House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment & Related Agencies: Coalition letter supporting United States Geological Surveys (USGS) Federal Priorities Streamgage (FPS) network and Cooperative Matching Funds (CMF) program. Support for Jessica Kramer to serve as the Assistant Administrator for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencys Office of Water. U.S Senate Appropriations Committee.
ESA Amendments Act of 2025
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Support for H.R. 1897 - Endangered Species Act Amendments Act of 2025. Advocacy to House Natural Resources Committee for greater local stakeholder input and ESA implementation reform. Coalition support letter to House Interior Appropriations Subcommittee for increased USGS streamgage funding. Support for the nomination of Jessica Kramer to lead EPA Office of Water (letter to Senate Environment & Public Works Committee). Monitoring Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) rulemaking on NEPA revisions and categorical exclusions.
Track and report on the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations. Track and report on H.R. 2269, the WIPPES Act.
Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 2766, the Special Districts Fairness and Accessibility Act
Special District Fairness and Accessibility Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 2766, the Special Districts Fairness and Accessibility Act
Advancing Water Reuse Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Conducted multiple fourth-quarter meetings with House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water majority and minority staff regarding Bureau of Reclamation funding priorities, aging infrastructure, and extraordinary maintenance needs. Supported activation of the Administrations Water Sub-Cabinet through formal NWRA sign-on letter engagement. Coordinated NWRA participation in ACWAs amicus brief supporting United Water Conservation District in its federal takings case. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 2940, the Advancing Water Reuse Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 338, the Every Drop Counts Act. Engaged with Bureau of Reclamation leadership and Congressional staff on WaterSMART, Title XVI, and Extraordinary Maintenance implementation. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water Majority and Minority staff meetings.
No Subsidies for Gender Transition Procedures Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Support for the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act (H.R. 3205 / S. 1796). Advocacy for inclusion of water conservation rebates in federal tax parity language (aligned with energy efficiency rebates). Outreach to House Ways & Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee members, including Sen. Mike Crapo and Rep. Darrell Issa (WILTR Act). House Ways & Means: Senator Crapo: Tax Parity Act support.
Every Drop Counts Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Conducted multiple fourth-quarter meetings with House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water majority and minority staff regarding Bureau of Reclamation funding priorities, aging infrastructure, and extraordinary maintenance needs. Supported activation of the Administrations Water Sub-Cabinet through formal NWRA sign-on letter engagement. Coordinated NWRA participation in ACWAs amicus brief supporting United Water Conservation District in its federal takings case. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 2940, the Advancing Water Reuse Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 338, the Every Drop Counts Act. Engaged with Bureau of Reclamation leadership and Congressional staff on WaterSMART, Title XVI, and Extraordinary Maintenance implementation. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water Majority and Minority staff meetings.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of programmatic funding request to the NRCS Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Operations program in the FY2026 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of programmatic funding request to the NRCS Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Operations program in the FY2026 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2026 appropriations process. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation about the need for increased funding for the FEMA High Hazard Dam program. Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025 Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2026 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025 Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 573, the NEPA Impact Reporting Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 4503, the ePermit Act to advance federal permitting efficiency. Submitted NWRA support letter for the SPEED Act, supporting targeted federal infrastructure streamlining reforms. Tracked and analyzed U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA proposed Endangered Species Act rules affecting western water operations and project consultations. Prepared NWRA comments on the proposed Waters of the United States rule for fourth-quarter agency submission. Tracked National Environmental Policy Act regulatory actions and agency guidance affecting Reclamation and Corps project delivery.
Studying NEPA’s Impact on Projects Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 573, the NEPA Impact Reporting Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 4503, the ePermit Act to advance federal permitting efficiency. Submitted NWRA support letter for the SPEED Act, supporting targeted federal infrastructure streamlining reforms. Tracked and analyzed U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA proposed Endangered Species Act rules affecting western water operations and project consultations. Prepared NWRA comments on the proposed Waters of the United States rule for fourth-quarter agency submission. Tracked National Environmental Policy Act regulatory actions and agency guidance affecting Reclamation and Corps project delivery.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2026 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025 Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2026 appropriations process. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation about the need for increased funding for the FEMA High Hazard Dam program. Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025 Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Client: LOWER PLATTE NRDS · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of programmatic funding request to the NRCS Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Operations program in the FY2026 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Client: LOWER PLATTE NRDS · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of programmatic funding request to the NRCS Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Operations program in the FY2026 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Support for the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act (H.R. 3205 / S. 1796). Advocacy for inclusion of water conservation rebates in federal tax parity language (aligned with energy efficiency rebates). Outreach to House Ways & Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee members, including Sen. Mike Crapo and Rep. Darrell Issa (WILTR Act). House Ways & Means: Senator Crapo: Tax Parity Act support.
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Support for the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act (H.R. 1871 / S. 857). Support for the Water and Agriculture Tax Reform (WATR) Act. Support for the Wildfire Infrastructure and Landowner Tax Relief (WILTR) Act. Advocacy for inclusion of water conservation, infrastructure, and wildfire resilience incentives in federal tax parity language. Outreach to House Ways & Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee members, including Sen. Mike Crapo and Rep. Darrell Issa (WILTR Act).
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation to ensure staff understands the importance of water conservation and the treatment of water conservation rebates the same as energy efficiency rebates under federal tax code. Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act
Client: DESERT WATER AGENCY · Firm: WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegations regarding education opportunities on canal liners, standards, and projects. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill. Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
SENTINEL FERTIGATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on a managed aquifer recharge feasibility study. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through congressionally directed spending and programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
CITY OF NEWPORT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Assist in communications with the authorizing committees, and delegation regarding infrastructure measures to address dams in need of repair. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications between the City and the Congressional delegation regarding the safety of Newports fishing/crabbing fleet.
HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
LOWER PLATTE NRDS via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions, water supply issues, reclamation law, and federal budgetary issues. Support for infrastructure improvements such as Chandler Electrification. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the delivery of water to the lower Yakima River. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on National Environmental Policy Act implementation, Reclamation procedures, and related federal permitting issues affecting water project delivery. Assist in communications with Reclamation and Family Farm Alliance regarding NWRAs NEPA webinar addressing recent CEQ and Department of the Interior NEPA updates. Track and report on Secretarial Order 3452 and Section 106 review issues affecting recurring water infrastructure activities, exemptions, programmatic agreements, and related project delivery tools. Track and report on Endangered Species Act issues affecting Reclamation contractors and operators, including applicant status concerns and consultation procedures. Prepare and coordinate NWRA comments regarding the proposed rescission of the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. Track and report on federal permitting reform proposals affecting western water infrastructure, Reclamation projects, NEPA, ESA, and related project delivery requirements.
Track and report on Farm Bill and related agriculture policy discussions affecting irrigation infrastructure, conservation programs, forest management, drought response, and USDA water programs. Track and report on Senate Farm Bill discussions and provisions affecting EQIP, RCPP, watershed programs, and other USDA conservation funding priorities. Assist in communications with Congressional offices and partner organizations regarding Farm Bill issues affecting western water users and agricultural water supply reliability.
DIAMOND PLASTIC CORPORATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
DESERT WATER AGENCY via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of Aqua Caliente Water Rights Settlement legislation.
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act. Track and report on an administrative fix to the federal tax on water conservation rebates.
Advocate for salinity control efforts on the Colorado River, specifically the Paradox Valley Unit Advocate for the Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Program and other water conservation initiatives. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding long-term water supply planning in DWA service area. Track and report on issues relating to groundwater management. Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
REPUBLICAN RIVER BASIN COALITION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT (FKA) WASHINGTON STATE WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) implementation and proposed waivers. Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
LOUP BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Tracked and reported on development of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 and related Corps of Engineers water infrastructure provisions. Prepared and submitted NWRA correspondence to House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee staff regarding NWRA support for the WRDA 2026 draft, while noting continued review of draft text and potential recommendations. Coordinated with committee staff and NWRA members regarding WRDA provisions affecting western water infrastructure, Corps programs, permitting, and related federal water policy issues. Tracked Senate Environment and Public Works Committee activity related to WRDA 2026 and prepared member communications summarizing provisions affecting water infrastructure and western water priorities.
Prepared NWRA letters, memos, testimony, and member communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy, funding, and program implementation. Supported NWRA advocacy related to Reclamation infrastructure, WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, drought programs, hydropower, urbanized canals, and project cost-sharing issues. Prepared and supported NWRA outreach regarding the nomination of Aubrey Bettencourt to serve as Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation. Coordinated NWRA member input and Congressional outreach related to western drought conditions, water supply reliability, and the need for continued federal investment in drought resilience and water infrastructure. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, Reclamation policy, and federal water project delivery.
ASSETGUARD via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill. Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegations regarding education opportunities on canal liners, standards, and projects.
ASSETGUARD via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · RR
Working with the Bureau of Reclamation and other federal agencies regarding federally funded water-related projects and to materials meet federal approval standards.
Working with the Bureau of Reclamation and other federal agencies regarding federally funded water-related projects and to materials meet federal approval standards.
Working with the Bureau of Reclamation and other federal agencies regarding federally funded water-related projects and to materials meet federal approval standards.
SENTINEL FERTIGATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Advocate for Environmental Infrastructure Authorization in WRDA 2026 Track and report on a managed aquifer recharge feasibility study. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
CITY OF NEWPORT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Assist in communications with the Bureau of Reclamation, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding infrastructure measures to address dams in need of repair.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
LOWER PLATTE NRDS via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions, water supply issues, reclamation law, and federal budgetary issues. Support for infrastructure improvements such as Chandler Electrification. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the delivery of water to the lower Yakima River.
RUBICON WATER via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
DIAMOND PLASTIC CORPORATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
DESERT WATER AGENCY via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Advocate for salinity control efforts on the Colorado River, specifically the Paradox Valley Unit Advocate for the Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Program and other water conservation initiatives. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding long-term water supply planning in DWA service area. Track and report on issues relating to groundwater management. Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River.
Track and report on the development of Aqua Caliente Water Rights Settlement legislation.
ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
REPUBLICAN RIVER BASIN COALITION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT (FKA) WASHINGTON STATE WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, Public Law No: 116-9, regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on developments regarding the Columbia River Treaty. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
LOUP BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · 1A
Tracked Farm Bill and related agriculture policy discussions affecting irrigation infrastructure, conservation programs, forest management, and drought resilience as part of NWRAs broader federal policy work. Engaged with House and Senate Agriculture Committee offices regarding Farm Bill issues and their implications for western water users and irrigation interests.
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
SENTINEL FERTIGATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request
Advocate for Environmental Infrastructure Authorization in WRDA 2026 Track and report on a managed aquifer recharge feasibility study.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Advocate for certification requirements for water and wastewater professionals. Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
CITY OF NEWPORT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Assist in communications with the Bureau of Reclamation, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding infrastructure measures to address dams in need of repair.
HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River. Track and report on the development of intrastate water transfers.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
LOWER PLATTE NRDS via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Assist in communications to the Bureau of Reclamation advocating to preserve mission-critical functions.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process.
KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions, water supply issues, reclamation law, and federal budgetary issues. Support for infrastructure improvements such as Chandler Electrification. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the delivery of water to the lower Yakima River.
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Prepared and submitted NWRA written testimony and related advocacy materials in support of multiple water and hydropower-related bills, including S. 1242, S. 2437/H.R. 3857, S. 2753, S. 3500, S. 3693, S. 3732, S. 3737, and S. 3792. Prepared memos and member communications summarizing Senate hearing activity and the policy implications of legislation affecting Bureau of Reclamation, hydropower, urbanized canals, water project cost sharing, and other western water priorities. Supported NWRA outreach and communications related to Bureau of Reclamation policy and funding issues, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and related Reclamation programs. Tracked Congressional and agency developments affecting western water infrastructure, hydropower, and Reclamation policy.
Tracked and advanced advocacy related to the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act, including coordination with coalition partners and Congressional outreach regarding tax treatment of water conservation rebates.
RUBICON WATER via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding a variety of service-related issues. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
DIAMOND PLASTIC CORPORATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
DESERT WATER AGENCY via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of a Community Project Funding Request in the FY2027 appropriations bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding reservoir management policies. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
REPUBLICAN RIVER BASIN COALITION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT (FKA) WASHINGTON STATE WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
LOUP BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
SENTINEL FERTIGATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocate for Environmental Infrastructure Authorization in WRDA 2026
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending request in the FY2026 appropriations process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of Community Project Funding request in the FY2026 appropriations process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocate for certification requirements for water and wastewater professionals.
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act (Public Law 116-9) regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
CITY OF NEWPORT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocate for inclusion of Community Project Funding Requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for inclusion of FY26 Congressionally Directed Spending Request Advocate for H.R.3935/S.1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025
Assist in communications with the Bureau of Reclamation, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding infrastructure measures to address dams in need of repair.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HOBAS PIPE, USA, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on issues associated with Buy American policy and legislative language. Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects.
Track and report on issues associated with Buy American policy and legislative language.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
FREEPORT-MCMORAN INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River. Track and report on the development of intrastate water transfers.
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
LOWER PLATTE NRDS via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Assist in communications to the Bureau of Reclamation advocating to preserve mission-critical functions.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track announcements and developments of the USACE CWIFP program.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
KENNEWICK IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions, water supply issues, reclamation law, and federal budgetary issues. Support for infrastructure improvements such as Chandler Electrification. Track and report on the implementation of John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act (Public Law No: 116-9) regarding Title Transfer authority. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the delivery of water to the lower Yakima River.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Conducted multiple fourth-quarter meetings with House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water majority and minority staff regarding Bureau of Reclamation funding priorities, aging infrastructure, and extraordinary maintenance needs. Supported activation of the Administrations Water Sub-Cabinet through formal NWRA sign-on letter engagement. Coordinated NWRA participation in ACWAs amicus brief supporting United Water Conservation District in its federal takings case. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 2940, the Advancing Water Reuse Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 338, the Every Drop Counts Act. Engaged with Bureau of Reclamation leadership and Congressional staff on WaterSMART, Title XVI, and Extraordinary Maintenance implementation. House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water Majority and Minority staff meetings.
Tracked fourth-quarter implementation of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as it relates to water infrastructure financing and agency execution of tax-related water provisions. Responded to Congressional staff inquiries regarding implementation impacts on western water agencies.
RUBICON WATER via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding a variety of service-related issues. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
DIAMOND PLASTIC CORPORATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
NORTHWEST PIPE COMPANY via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on Section 232 Steel Tariffs
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
DESERT WATER AGENCY via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Advocate for salinity control efforts on the Colorado River, specifically the Paradox Valley Unit Advocate for the Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Program and other water conservation initiatives. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding long-term water supply planning in DWA service area. Track and report on issues relating to groundwater management. Track and report on the Colorado River Salinity Fix Act Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River.
Track and report on the development of Aqua Caliente Water Rights Settlement legislation.
ELEPHANT BUTTE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding reservoir management policies. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
REPUBLICAN RIVER BASIN COALITION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT (FKA) WASHINGTON STATE WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, Public Law No: 116-9, regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on developments regarding the Columbia River Treaty. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
CENTRAL PLATTE NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
LOUP BASIN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
SENTINEL FERTIGATION via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Farm Bill. Track and report on NRCS programs.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
LOWER LOUP NATURAL RESOURCES DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
KANSAS AQUEDUCT COALITION, INC. via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on proposed changes to the tax code to promote groundwater conservation.
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227). Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the development of groundwater conservation easement legislation. Advocate for Environmental Infrastructure uthorization in WRDA 2026.
GERING-FORT LARAMIE IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending request in the FY2026 appropriations process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
GOSHEN IRRIGATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of Community Project Funding request in the FY2026 appropriations process.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Assist in communications to the Bureau of Reclamation advocating to preserve mission-critical functions.
WATER PROFESSIONALS INTERNATIONAL via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Advocate for certification requirements for water and wastewater professionals.
Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227). Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive. Advocate for the inclusion of specific report language request in the FY2026 appropriations process.
MIDDLE RIO GRANDE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Farm Bill.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
TWIN LOUPS RECLAMATION DISTRICT via WATER STRATEGIES, LLC
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act (Public Law 116-9) regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River. Track and report on the development of intrastate water transfers. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on updates to the Endangered Species Act regulations.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process. Advocate for H.R. 3035/S. 1760, the Restoring WIFIA Eligibility Act of 2025.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on FY2027 appropriations and continuing resolution developments affecting Bureau of Reclamation, USDA conservation programs, State Revolving Fund programs, wildfire funding, and other federal water infrastructure priorities. Track and report on proposed revisions to federal grant rules under 2 CFR and potential impacts to water infrastructure recipients, Reclamation programs, NRCS conservation programs, cost-reimbursement contracts, and mid-award condition changes. Assist in communications with Congressional offices and partner organizations regarding west-wide drought response funding and related Reclamation funding priorities. Track and report on budget and funding discussions affecting Reclamation, drought response, hydropower, water infrastructure, and western resource management.
Track and report on Waters of the United States developments, including the administrations supplemental rulemaking following the Supreme Courts Sackett decision. Assist in communications with NWRA Federal Affairs Committee members regarding potential NWRA comments on the proposed Waters of the United States supplemental rule. Track and report on Clean Water Act, Safe Drinking Water Act, State Revolving Fund, PFAS, cybersecurity, desalination, and water infrastructure legislation affecting western water providers. Track and report on House Energy and Commerce Committee activity related to drinking water infrastructure, data center water demand, cost recovery, and related water supply implications.
Track and report on Bureau of Reclamation policy, funding, and program developments affecting western water infrastructure, drought response, hydropower, WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, and project delivery. Assist in communications with the Bureau of Reclamation regarding Reclamation leadership participation and individual member meetings at NWRAs Annual Conference. Track and report on Reclamations Colorado River Basin Post-2026 operations documents, including the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision. Advocate for west-wide drought response funding, including infrastructure improvements, short-term voluntary reductions, water efficiency, managed aquifer recharge, salinity control, and hydropower reliability. Track and report on federal water program materials affecting Reclamation, Corps, USDA, EPA, and western water infrastructure programs.
Track and report on development of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 and related Corps of Engineers water infrastructure provisions. Assist in communications with House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and Senate Environment and Public Works Committee staff regarding WRDA 2026 priorities. Advocate for exclusion of Section 120 of the House WRDA bill from any final WRDA agreement. Assist in communications with NWRA members and partner organizations regarding WRDA conference negotiations and Section 120 concerns affecting authorized project purposes, state water rights, existing contracts, cost allocations, and affected non-Federal interests.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of a Community Project Funding Request in the FY2027 appropriations bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm bill.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, Public Law No: 116-9, regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on developments regarding the Columbia River Treaty. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding. Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Track and report on the development of federal permitting reform. Track and report on Endangered Species Act regulations and rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Prepared NWRA support materials and member communications related to federal permitting, Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and project delivery legislation, including the SPEED Act and related permitting reform proposals. Tracked agency and Congressional activity regarding NEPA implementation, Reclamation procedures, ESA consultation, species recovery, and federal regulatory issues affecting western water operations and project delivery. Coordinated with NWRA members and partner organizations regarding Reclamations NEPA implementing procedures and related changes to federal environmental review requirements.
Prepared NWRA comments, letters, emails, and member communications regarding Waters of the United States and related Clean Water Act jurisdictional and implementation issues affecting western water agencies. Tracked Clean Water Act, Section 401, PFAS, and State Revolving Fund issues affecting water infrastructure, permitting, and compliance obligations for western water providers.
Tracked appropriations and budget developments affecting Bureau of Reclamation accounts and related western water priorities, including FY2026 funding and FY2027 budget requests. Prepared memos and member communications regarding Energy and Water Development, Interior and Environment, Agriculture, and related appropriations activity affecting Reclamation, USDA conservation programs, State Revolving Fund programs, and federal water infrastructure funding. Supported outreach regarding Reclamation Water and Related Resources, WaterSMART, Title XVI, aging infrastructure, drought funding, hydropower, and other federal water infrastructure priorities. Tracked reconciliation and related budget discussions affecting Reclamation, drought response, water infrastructure, and western resource management.
Tracked Farm Bill and related agriculture policy discussions affecting irrigation infrastructure, conservation programs, forest management, drought response, and USDA water programs. Engaged with House and Senate Agriculture Committee offices regarding Farm Bill issues and their implications for western water users, irrigation districts, and agricultural water supply reliability. Prepared and supported NWRA outreach to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding completion of the FSA Water Saving Commodities Program review and release of related funding. Tracked and reported on Congressional hearings and committee activity related to USDA programs, conservation funding, disaster assistance, and Farm Bill development.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Working with the Bureau of Reclamation and other federal agencies regarding federally funded water-related projects and to materials meet federal approval standards.
Working with the Bureau of Reclamation and other federal agencies regarding federally funded water-related projects and to materials meet federal approval standards.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of priorities through congressionally directed spending and programmatic funding requests in the FY2027 appropriations process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Assist in communications between the City and the Congressional delegation regarding the safety of Newports fishing/crabbing fleet.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Post-2026 Operating Guidelines on the Colorado River. Track and report on the development of intrastate water transfers.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding. Assist in communications to the Bureau of Reclamation advocating to preserve mission-critical functions.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding a variety of service-related issues. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding education opportunities on modern pipe construction methods, standards, and projects. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the FY2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of a Community Project Funding Request in the FY2027 appropriations bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding reservoir management policies. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track, report, and engage in the discussions related to the removal of the lower four Snake River Dams.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Waer Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding. Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) implementation and proposed waivers. Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on Safe Drinking Water Act related regulations and rulemakings.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Tracked appropriations and budget developments affecting Bureau of Reclamation accounts and related western water priorities, including FY2026 funding and emerging FY2027 budget issues. Supported outreach regarding appropriations priorities, including Bureau of Reclamation Water and Related Resources, State Revolving Fund programs, USDA conservation programs, and other federal water infrastructure funding issues.
Tracked and advanced advocacy related to the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act, including coordination with coalition partners and Congressional outreach regarding tax treatment of water conservation rebates.
Prepared NWRA support materials related to federal permitting and project streamlining legislation, including H.R. 4776, the SPEED Act. Tracked Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and related federal regulatory issues affecting western water operations and project delivery.
Prepared NWRA comments, letters, emails, and member memos regarding Waters of the United States and related Clean Water Act jurisdictional and implementation issues affecting western water agencies.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation on the importance of water infrastructure and need for investment. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Assist in communications between the City and the Congressional delegation regarding the safety of Newports fishing/crabbing fleet.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA). Advocate for the inclusion of priorities in the upcoming WRDA bill.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Tracked appropriations and budget developments affecting Bureau of Reclamation accounts and related western water priorities, including FY2026 funding and emerging FY2027 budget issues. Supported outreach regarding appropriations priorities, including Bureau of Reclamation Water and Related Resources, State Revolving Fund programs, USDA conservation programs, and other federal water infrastructure funding issues.
Prepared NWRA comments, letters, emails, and member memos regarding Waters of the United States and related Clean Water Act jurisdictional and implementation issues affecting western water agencies.
Prepared NWRA support materials related to federal permitting and project streamlining legislation, including H.R. 4776, the SPEED Act. Tracked Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and related federal regulatory issues affecting western water operations and project delivery.
Tracked Farm Bill and related agriculture policy discussions affecting irrigation infrastructure, conservation programs, forest management, and drought resilience as part of NWRAs broader federal policy work. Engaged with House and Senate Agriculture Committee offices regarding Farm Bill issues and their implications for western water users and irrigation interests.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Advocate for salinity control efforts on the Colorado River, specifically the Paradox Valley Unit Advocate for the Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Program and other water conservation initiatives. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding long-term water supply planning in DWA service area. Track and report on issues relating to groundwater management.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the development of Aqua Caliente Water Rights Settlement legislation.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm bill.
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY 2027 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) implementation and proposed waivers. Track and report on the development of the upcoming Water Resources and Development Act (WRDA).
Track and report on the implementation of the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, Public Law No: 116-9, regarding Title Transfer authority. Assist in communications with relevant agencies, authorizing committees, and delegation regarding Reclamation policy and contract provisions. Track and report on developments regarding the Columbia River Treaty. Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding. Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track, report, and engage in the discussions related to the removal of the lower four Snake River Dams.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY 2026 and FY2027 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and rulemaking.
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on the Council on Environmental Quality rulemaking regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Tracked late-year Farm Bill baseline discussions focused on irrigation infrastructure, conservation programs, and western drought resilience. Monitored USDA program funding implementation affecting irrigation districts and conservation delivery.
Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 573, the NEPA Impact Reporting Act. Submitted NWRA support letter for H.R. 4503, the ePermit Act to advance federal permitting efficiency. Submitted NWRA support letter for the SPEED Act, supporting targeted federal infrastructure streamlining reforms. Tracked and analyzed U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA proposed Endangered Species Act rules affecting western water operations and project consultations. Prepared NWRA comments on the proposed Waters of the United States rule for fourth-quarter agency submission. Tracked National Environmental Policy Act regulatory actions and agency guidance affecting Reclamation and Corps project delivery.
Tracked fourth-quarter FY2026 appropriations negotiations for Bureau of Reclamation accounts, including WaterSMART, Title XVI, Extraordinary Maintenance, and dam safety.
Submitted NWRA support letter for State Revolving Fund reauthorization to strengthen long-term water and wastewater infrastructure financing. Prepared NWRA comments on the proposed Waters of the United States rule addressing Clean Water Act jurisdictional implementation impacts for western water agencies. Tracked Clean Water Act rulemaking and PFAS regulatory actions affecting project permitting and compliance.
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS)
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on H.R. 4647, the Water Conservation Rebate Tax Parity Act.
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for the inclusion of a Community Project Funding Request in the FY2026 appropriations bill.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on H.R. 2766, the Special Districts Fairness and Accessibility Act
Filing targets: Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers.
Track, report, and engage in the discussions related to the removal of the lower four Snake River Dams.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process.
Track and report on the U.S. Department of Agricultures programs and funding.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the FY2025 and FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Advocate for report language in the FY2026 appropriations process recommending water and wastewater operators be certified
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
Track and report on the development of the upcoming Farm Bill.
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the development of the Farm Bill.
Track and report on H.R 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Track and report on the Bureau of Reclamations programs and funding.
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
Track and report on proposed revisions to categorical exclusions under the National Environment Policy Act. Track and report on agency and department-level rulemaking and guidance regarding National Environmental Policy Act regulations and implementation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Track and report on the implementation of FY2024 and FY2025 appropriations measures that are pertinent to water management. Track and report on the FY 2026 appropriations and budget process. Track and report on developments regarding the federal assistance pause directive.
Track and report on the Clean Water Act related legislation and Waters of the United States rulemaking. Track and report on PFAS related legislation and PFAS rulemaking.
Track and report on the implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58). Track and report on the implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act (Public Law 117-169). Track and report on the implementation of the Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) and the Office of Management and Budgets Initial Implementation Guidance M-22-11. Track and report on proposed Build America, Buy America Act (Public Law 117-58) waivers. Track and report on the implementations of the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (Public Law 118-227).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Reclamation, Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE