Public Law 114 - 322 - Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act" or the "WIIN Act

The U.S. Congress passed and President Barack Obama signed the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act (WIIN Act) into law in December 2016, authorizing significant investments to address aging water infrastructure systems across the United States. This comprehensive legislation, designated as Public Law 114-322, represents one of the most significant water resources development bills in over a decade, providing authorization for numerous water projects aimed at improving drinking water quality, enhancing water supply reliability, and restoring critical aquatic ecosystems. The WIIN Act encompasses a wide range of provisions including authorization for the Army Corps of Engineers water infrastructure projects, drought assistance, drinking water system improvements, and water recycling initiatives. The legislation emerged from bipartisan recognition that the nation's water infrastructure, much of which was installed decades ago, was in dire need of modernization to meet current and future demands while ensuring public health and environmental protection. By providing both funding authorization and policy direction, the act aims to facilitate more efficient water resource management and development across federal, state, and local jurisdictions.