Despite strong bipartisan support in Congress, the “Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act” was vetoed by President Trump, hindering the project’s progress. The legislation aimed to provide local communities with no-interest federal loans to cover their share of the Arkansas River Valley conduit, a project designed to deliver clean water to southeastern Colorado. The bill faced opposition from Trump who cited concerns over taxpayer funding, even though the Congressional Budget Office estimated a minimal cost. This decision drew criticism from both Republicans and Democrats, who viewed the veto as potentially retaliatory, jeopardizing a critical infrastructure project designed to provide jobs and safe drinking water to over 39 communities.
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Trump issues first veto of second term, blocks Colorado water pipeline, and this move, well, it’s a doozy. It’s hard not to be taken aback by the sheer audacity of it all. Here’s the story: Congress, seemingly working together for once, passed a bill—unanimously, mind you—to fund a drinking water project in rural Colorado. This wasn’t some partisan squabble; it was about getting clean water to communities, including areas that are typically strongholds of Republican support. The bill even had the backing of a staunch Trump supporter, Representative Lauren Boebert, whose district the project falls within. So, what did Trump do?… Continue reading
I can’t believe my eyes – the administration is actually investing billions of dollars to clean up our nation’s drinking water and upgrade infrastructure. This is a game-changer, a breath of fresh air in a world where we rarely see our tax dollars put to good use. What a time to be alive!
It’s amazing to see Vice President Kamala Harris and Michael Regan, administrator of the US Environmental Protection Agency, taking action to ensure safer drinking water and more reliable wastewater infrastructure. The fact that this funding will help in getting rid of lead pipes, a major health hazard, is a significant step towards improving the quality of life for millions of Americans.… Continue reading
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