Territory to Receive $31.8 Million to Strengthen Drinking and Wastewater Systems
Delegate to Congress Stacey Plaskett announced Friday that the U.S. Virgin Islands will soon receive $31,883,000 in federal funding to strengthen drinking and wastewater systems, including the replacement of dangerous lead service lines and pipes.
2021-12-20 12:48:02 - VI News Staff
The funding is being provided through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and is the first round of a five-year investment authorized by this new law, according to Ms. Plaskett's office.
“Sadly, too many Virgin Island families still don’t have access to clean water – with lead, forever chemicals and other contaminants posing a serious health threat. Thanks to the leadership of President Biden and House Democrats, the landmark Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has delivered $31,883,000 for the Virgin Islands to strengthen our water infrastructure and forge important progress toward a lead-free future for all," said the congresswoman in statement.