What does Preamble of Water Project Navigators Act do?

This bill establishes a Water Project Navigators Program. The bill's purpose is 'to provide for the establishment of a Water Project Navigators Program, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of Water Project Navigators Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Water Project Navigators Act

What does DEFINITIONS. of Water Project Navigators Act do?

This section defines key terms used throughout the Act. A 'disadvantaged community' is defined as one with a median income below the statewide median, unless otherwise defined by the Secretary of the Interior. Eligible entities that can participate include States, Indian Tribes, local governments, conservation districts, nonprofit organizations, and combinations thereof. Eligible states are those listed in the Act of June 17, 1902, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. The definition of 'Indian Tribe' references section 4 of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. A 'multi-benefit water project' enhances community resilience to climate impacts and provides benefits to ecosystems, including activities like water use efficiency and habitat conservation. A 'nature-based feature' is a human-designed feature that works with natural processes to address water issues. The 'Program' refers to the Water Project Navigators Program established in section 3(a). A 'rural community' is defined as one with a population of 50,000 or less, which may include Indian Tribes and dispersed homesites. The 'Secretary' refers to the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Commissioner of Reclamation.

What does WATER PROJECT NAVIGATORS PROGRAM. of Water Project Navigators Act do?

This section establishes the Water Project Navigators Program to support multi-benefit water projects. The Secretary shall award grants or cooperative agreements to eligible entities to support the creation of navigator positions. The Secretary shall prioritize applications from entities serving Indian Tribes, disadvantaged communities, and rural communities. Navigators will assist in planning, developing, and implementing multi-benefit water projects. Grants and cooperative agreements are limited to 3 years, with possible 2-year extensions.

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Water Project Navigators Act do?

This section authorizes appropriations to carry out the Act. A total of $15,000,000 is authorized for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2032. The appropriated funds are to remain available until expended.

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Water Project Navigators Act

Last updated: 2/5/2026 · Introduced: 2/5/2026

Author: Brittany Pettersen (D-CO)

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The Water Project Navigators Program is established to support multi-benefit water projects that enhance community resilience to climate impacts and provide ecosystem benefits.
Grants or cooperative agreements will be awarded to eligible entities, prioritizing those serving Indian Tribes, disadvantaged communities, and rural communities, to support the creation of navigator positions.
A total of $15,000,000 is authorized for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2032 to carry out the program, with funds remaining available until expended.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3792(In Committee)Official page

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