This $114,696,000 federal Formula Grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Small and Underserved Communities Emerging Contaminants Grant Program (CFDA 66.442) provides funding to the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) to implement a program addressing emerging contaminants in drinking water for small and disadvantaged communities across the state. The grant supports a range of eligible activities, including research and testing, planning and design, treatment of emerging contaminants, source water protection, water system restructuring, providing access to drinking water services, technical assistance, outreach and education, and workforce development support for public water systems. TWDB will enter into funding agreements with local communities and utilities as sub-recipients to carry out these projects and activities, which are aimed at helping small and disadvantaged systems comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act and reduce risks from emerging contaminants like PFAS. The award has a performance period from September 1, 2024 to September 30, 2029.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $114.7m | 9/23/24 |