FY17 Omnibus bill lifts WIFIA funding
The $1.017 trillion omnibus appropriations bill signed in early May by President Donald Trump finalizes federal agency budgets for the remainder of…
Guest Columns
AMWA: Trump tax plan doesn’t mention muni bond interest
In April, the Trump Administration released a one-page outline of a tax code overhaul that it says will grow the economy, simplify…
Triple Vision: Collaboration, Innovation, Communication
By Cindy Wallis-Lage Water is both a resource and a challenge. As an optimist — a trait I think…
Sculpting Cash
By David Clamage Nineteenth century French sculptor Auguste Rodin once said, “Even with all the documents, you can never…
Coalition takes bond message to Washington
In March, the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) urged Congress to maintain tax-exempt municipal bond interest when lawmakers undertake…
New bill aims to increase Drinking Water SRF
Legislation introduced in the House of Representatives in March would offer more generous terms for loans issued through the Drinking…
House Dems offer water infrastructure proposals
A pair of bills introduced by House Democrats in March would seek to pump billions of additional dollars into water…
Michigan: An Example for Trump’s Infrastructure Plan?
The State of Michigan is Getting Very Serious about Water Infrastructure, Restoring Public Trust & Protecting Ratepayers –By Gregory M….
White House proposes EPA cuts in FY18 budget; SRF to increase
Last week, the White House released its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2018. As expected, the proposal includes severe cuts…
Water sector testifies in Congress in support of water investment
Water sector representatives testified in Congress last week in support of investment in water infrastructure and the importance of programs…