AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: May 28, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 18, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- This bill reauthorizes planning, design, and construction activities for two rural water systems in Montana: the Assiniboine and Sioux Rural Water System and the Dry Prairie Rural Water System.
- The reauthorization extends through fiscal year 2028.
- Both water systems are located on or serve the Fort Peck Reservation.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill enables continued federal support for water system infrastructure projects on Fort Peck tribal lands through FY2028.
- No specific appropriations, project details, or measurable outcomes are documented in the official summary.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The House passed the bill by voice vote on June 2, 2026, under suspension of the rules.
- The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources was discharged by unanimous consent on September 16, 2026.
- The Senate passed the bill without amendment by voice vote on September 16, 2026.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
- Sep 16, 2026 — Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- Jul 29, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
- Jun 3, 2026 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Jun 2, 2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Jun 2, 2026 — On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3766)