American Rivers Action Fund

Fetterman, Young Introduce Bill to Preserve Ohio River Basin  - U.S. Senator John Fetterman WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Todd Young (R-IN) introduced the Ohio River Restoration Program Act to improve water quality, transportation and economy, ecologic...

👏 We're grateful to @fetterman.senate.gov and Senator Todd Young for their leadership in introducing the Ohio River Restoration Program Act to improve water quality and access, economic growth, and overall watershed health. #OhioRiver #Water #Conservation www.fetterman.senate.gov/fetterman-yo...

Great news for the Chesapeake Bay as H.R. 4294, the Mitigation Action and Watermen Support Act, advanced out of committee!

👏 Thank you to @elfreth.house.gov and Rep. Westerman for supporting aquatic ecosystems in critical watersheds!

Learn more: naturalresources.house.gov/news/documen...

Reps. Davids, Stansbury, Stanton Demand Tribal Rights Be Respected After Proposed Hydropower Rule Sparks Opposition from Tribes Recently, Representatives Sharice Davids (KS-03), Melanie Stansbury (NM-01), and Greg Stanton (AZ-04) called on the Trump Administration to respect Tribal sovereignty and long‑standing government‑to‑g...

Grateful to Rep. Davids, @repstansbury.bsky.social, and @repgregstanton.bsky.social for their leadership in defending Tribal rights, cultural preservation, and Indigenous voices. Respecting Tribal sovereignty is essential to just federal policy. 🙌 #NativeVoices davids.house.gov/media/press-...

Elfreth Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Preserve Crucial Data at NOAA for Severe Weather Prediction and Response WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth (D-MD-03), Vice Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee, introduced the bipartisan NOAA Data Preservation Act alongside Representati...

Grateful to @elfreth.house.gov for championing the NOAA Data Preservation Act! 🙌 Keeping hydrological + flood forecasting data transparent and accessible is essential for protecting river communities and strengthening public safety. elfreth.house.gov/media/press-...

👏 Huge thanks to Rep. Begich behind the NOAA Data Preservation Act.

Ensuring tools like National Water Map and Hydrologic Outlook remain available empowers communities to prepare for changing conditions. Proud to support this legislation for more resilient rivers! www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...

👏 Thank you @repemilyrandall.bsky.social for working to protect the #WildOlympics!

🌊 Huge thank you to Rep. Houchin, Rep. Rulli, and Rep. Messmer for championing renewed legislation to safeguard the Ohio River Basin!

Protecting this vital waterway means healthier communities, stronger ecosystems, and economic growth across 15 states. www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...

Bipartisan Members of Congress Launch Federal Push to Fund Ohio River Restoration | Congressman Morgan McGarvey of Kentucky's 3rd District The Official U.S. Congressional website of Morgan McGarvey

👏 Big thank you to @repmcgarvey.bsky.social, @deluzio.house.gov, & @repemiliasykes.bsky.social for reintroducing legislation to protect the Ohio River Basin! This bill will have a profound impact on the drinking water source for 25 million+ people across 15 states. mcgarvey.house.gov/media/press-...

American Rivers is announcing its disapproval of the EPA’s new proposed definition of the WOTUS provision of the Clean Water Act.

The rule would dramatically reduce the reasonable science-based protections used to protect our nation's waterways.

Learn more: www.americanrivers.org/media-item/a...

American Rivers Concerned EPA’s New Proposed Clean Water Act Rule Will Damage Wetlands, Increase Flood Risk American Rivers is today announcing its disapproval of the Environmental Protection Agency’s new proposed definition of the “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) provision of the Clean Water Act.

“The EPA is taking a big swipe at the Clean Water Act, our greatest tool for ensuring clean water nationwide. We implore them to reverse course.” -Leda Huta, Vice President of Government Relations, American Rivers

Read more: www.americanrivers.org/media-item/a...

Water wins big on election day — American Rivers Action Fund

💧Water wins in Texas and Idaho!

“These wins will make life better in Texas and Idaho, and they provide a blueprint for actions other cities and states can take to protect their water wealth.” -Heather Taylor-Miesle, American Rivers Action Fund www.americanriversactionfund.org/water-wins-b...

Water wins!💧

✔️ TX voters approved $1B/yr over 20yrs investment in water & rivers – largest state-based ballot initiative for water in the country!

✔️ Boise voters approved $11M levy supplying funding for clean water, rivers, & parks!

🎉 Learn more: www.americanriversactionfund.org/water-wins-b...

Texas Water Fund Learn how Proposition 4 would help the state invest in repairing aging infrastructure, conserving natural resources, and ensuring safe, reliable water for Texas communities.

Texas wastes 186B gallons annually from leaky pipes. We can't afford this. Prop 4 invests $1B yearly to fix infrastructure & protect resources with existing funds. Let's secure our water future.

Texans, don't sit this election out. Voting closes tomorrow: voteforprop4.com

Texas Water Fund Learn how Proposition 4 would help the state invest in repairing aging infrastructure, conserving natural resources, and ensuring safe, reliable water for Texas communities.

Texas loses 186B gallons yearly from leaking pipes. Texans can’t afford to waste water or money. Prop 4 invests in aging infrastructure and protecting water resources without raising taxes.

🗳 Early voting: Now-Oct 31
📅 Election Day: Nov 4

Vote Prop 4! voteforprop4.com

Texas Water Fund Learn how Proposition 4 would help the state invest in repairing aging infrastructure, conserving natural resources, and ensuring safe, reliable water for Texas communities.

Texas’ natural beauty depends on clean, reliable water. Prop 4 invests existing state funds in water infrastructure yearly — protecting our rivers without raising taxes.

🗳 Early voting: Now-Oct 31
📅 Election Day: Nov 4

Learn more & Vote YES on Prop 4: voteforprop4.com

Texas’ water infrastructure needs voter support for Proposition 4 It provides the tools to invest in infrastructure, conservation and long-term planning.

Texas loses 186 BILLION gallons of water yearly to leaks. Without action, Texas faces severe shortages and 750K+ lost jobs by 2030. Prop 4 invests in fixing water systems without increasing taxes.

📢 Don’t sit this election out. Learn more: www.expressnews.com/opinion/comm...

State senator: Here’s why Texas needs $1 billion per year for water State Senator Charles Perry writes in support of Prop 4, which would dedicate $1 billion per year to the Texas Water Fund for the next 20 years.

Great explanation from Texas State Senator Charles Perry about why he's sponsored legislation to provide a billion dollars per year for water infrastructure and better water management across the state. www.dallasnews.com/opinion/comm...

Our nation's aging water systems continue to face growing risks. New Water Infrastructure Resilience & Sustainability Act by Rep. Valadao, Rep. Van Drew, & Rep. Mast offers a bipartisan solution to protect our water infrastructure!

💧Read more: carbajal.house.gov/news/documen...

We're proud to join Rep. Carbajal, @reptroycarter.bsky.social, and a bipartisan coalition in introducing the Water Infrastructure Resilience & Sustainability Act to upgrade drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems while safeguarding rivers!

🚰 Read more: carbajal.house.gov/news/documen...

👏 We're grateful to Congressman Jeff Van Drew for his leadership in introducing the #DAMSAct! This bill ensures that high-hazard dams are addressed first, keeping communities and businesses safe.

Read more: vandrew.house.gov/news/documen...

This week, American Rivers Action Fund joined the Hydropower Reform Coalition on Capitol Hill to meet with 40+ policymakers. Together, we urged members of Congress to put river health in the heart of our energy future. When hydropower is done right, rivers thrive and communities greatly benefit.

Supporting the Ohio River Basin Caucus co-chairs, Rep. McGarvey and Rep. Houchin, American Rivers Action Fund and our partners fanned out over Capitol Hill today to build the caucus and advocate for the restoration of the Ohio River Basin.

Big win for Montana's rivers! 👏 Thank you Rep. Zinke for introducing the Greater Yellowstone Recreation Enhancement and Tourism Act which safeguards nearly 100 miles of iconic Montana rivers under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act!

Rep. Figures unveils BRIC Act to boost rural disaster funding The bipartisan bill would reform FEMA's aid formula to prioritize vulnerable states.

FEMA's BRIC program helps communities nationwide access funding for hazard mitigation and resilient infrastructure. 👏 Thank you Rep. Edwards and @repscfigures.bsky.social for strengthening this program and increasing access for the most at-risk communities. www.alreporter.com/2025/07/23/r...

Take Action: Tell NC Senate to Keep Funding for Dam Removal in HB1012 - Disaster Recovery Part II – MountainTrue The North Carolina General Assembly is finally taking steps toward disaster relief for Western NC after Hurricane Helene. HB47, a $500M bill, is on the House’s agenda—but will it get Senate approval? ...

In North Carolina, 41 state regulated dams failed or were severely damaged by Hurricane Helene, and we need funding to remove these hazards before the next storm comes.

#TakeAction below & tell the NC Senate to keep the funding for dam removal in HB1012! mountaintrue.org/nc-senate-da...

📞📲✍️ #ActNow — Contact your senators, express your love for public lands, and ask them to remove this provision from the budget reconciliation bill today!

Protect the Tijuana River Watershed ACT NOW: Urge the Trump Administration to declare a national emergency for the water pollution and public health crisis on the Tijuana River. #MostEndangeredRivers

#MostEndangeredRivers: For over a century, toxic waste and raw sewage have flowed into the Tijuana River Valley, choking the river with pollution. Help address the public health crisis on the Tijuana River below - @aractionfund.bsky.social: act.americanrivers.org/page/81929/a...

Protect the Tijuana River Watershed ACT NOW: Urge the Trump Administration to declare a national emergency for the water pollution and public health crisis on the Tijuana River. #MostEndangeredRivers

#TakeAction: Join American Rivers and the @aractionfund.bsky.social in calling on the Trump Administration to declare a national emergency to address the water pollution and public health crisis on the Tijuana River below ⬇️ act.americanrivers.org/page/81929/a...

Federal support for the Mississippi River protects lives & livelihoods ACT NOW: Join @AmericanRivers and the @ARActionFund in urging the Trump Administration, Secretary Noem, Secretary Hegseth, and the FEMA Review Council to prioritize flood and disaster relief on the Mississippi River. #MostEndangeredRivers

This #NationalMississippiRiverDay, join us and @aractionfund.bsky.social in urging the Trump Administration and the FEMA Review Council to prioritize flood and disaster relief on the Mississippi River below! act.americanrivers.org/page/81933/a...

Companies, Utilities, and Nonprofits Applaud Bipartisan Push for Clean Water Investments in Upcoming Funding Billa — American Rivers Action Fund Contact: Hawk Hammer, Senior Strategist, American Rivers Action Fund, Hhammer@americanrivers.org

Thank you @repemiliasykes.bsky.social for prioritizing strategic investments in water infrastructure, our economy, and healthy rivers. 👏💧 www.americanriversactionfund.org/bipartisan-f...