Tribal Water Infrastructure: Opportunities Exist to Improve Federal Assistance
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Provides an overview of federal roles in tribal water infrastructure projects. Examines the extent to which the Indian Health Service (IHS) can fund water infrastructure for homes and buildings in a tribal community. Explores opportunities to streamline application processes and administrative requirements when IHS collaborates with other federal agencies. Describes the limited financial capacity some tribes have to operate and maintain their water infrastructure, and the potential effects of IHS providing financial assistance for these purposes. Presents recommendations for Congress and federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Date
09/2026
Organization
Government Accountability Office
Tagged as
Community and economic development
· Funding
· Infrastructure
· Policy
· Statistics and data
· Tribal communities