Water is a hot topic in the Uintah Basin and across the western United States. Senator John Curtis introduced a bill on Tuesday aimed at strengthening water quality and storage infrastructure across the western United States. “After meeting with several water conservancy districts across Utah over the past few months, one thing is clear: Utah’s rapid population growth is placing significant pressure on our community water resources,” shares Senator Curtis. “This bipartisan legislation would make it easier for local governments and utilities to invest in critical water infrastructure projects—helping ensure we can meet the growing needs of our communities.” Gene Shawcroft, General Manager of the Central Utah Water Conservancy District, supports the bill. “The legislation introduced by Senator Curtis is a practical solution that will accelerate essential water infrastructure projects,” shares Shawcroft. “Allowing federal loans, which are ultimately repaid by local dollars, to serve as the local match for WIFIA funding maximizes the impact of every dollar our communities invest.”
