This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to enhance the funding capabilities of the Water Development Authority from the Infrastructure Fund, specifically through the Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account. It raises the upper limit of funds that can be transferred to this sub account from $12 million to $14 million. Additionally, the bill increases the cap on total project costs for certain projects eligible for funding from $2 million to $3 million. It also introduces a new provision allowing for grants to be made for upgrading water or wastewater facilities aimed at reducing maintenance costs, operational costs, or waterline leakages, with a project cost limit set at $300,000.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that the grant limitations and allocations specified in other sections of the code do not apply to grants made from the Critical Needs and Failing Systems Sub Account. This legislative change is intended to address critical infrastructure needs more effectively and support the maintenance and improvement of water and wastewater services across the state.

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Introduced Version: 31-15A-17c