Today, U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton secured over $17 million in Energy & Water, Interior, and Commerce-Justice-Science Community Project Funds in the House passed appropriations bill. He had more funds in these accounts than any other Arizona House member.
The funding is a part of a series of appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly this week. These dollars will strengthen Arizona’s water infrastructure and energy resilience as the state faces emerging threats of extreme heat. It will also support economic development and public safety initiatives. These bills now need to pass the Senate prior to being signed into law by the President.
“Investing in Arizona’s water resources and energy grid is critical to protecting and securing our state’s future,” said Congressman Stanton. “This funding is also a major win for public safety and for the development of next-generation technologies that will promote economic growth and strengthen Arizona.”
A full list of projects Stanton secured funding for is below:
City of Tempe
$2,850,000 for Tempe’s Kyrene Reclamation Facility Improvement Project, and an additional $1,092,000 for Kyrene Recharge Well Pipelines. The funding builds on over $6 million Rep. Stanton previously secured to expand and improve the Kyrene Water Reclamation Facility and ground water recharge facilities. Once complete, the project will allow the city to store its reclaimed water for future recovery and improve its drought resiliency.
“As a sustainable urban community, it is imperative that we build and maintain the infrastructure to ensure Tempe’s water supplies are sufficient in the long-term,” said Tempe Mayor Corey Woods. “Bringing the Kyrene Water Reclamation Facility back online and developing our recharge wells will further strengthen Tempe’s water security and economic growth prospects. I appreciate Congressman Stanton’s continuous work to ensure our city’s vital needs are met now and into the future.”
City of Mesa
$1,092,000 for the Sewer Pipe Inspection and Replacement Program. These funds will be used to construct utility improvements in lower-income areas of Mesa, where aging infrastructure is most vulnerable to breaks, leaks, overflows, and equipment and pipe failures.
$431,000 for Gunshot Detection Technology. These funds will be used to purchase gunshot-detection technology, outdoor acoustic networked sensors to be placed throughout the focus areas on buildings and telephone poles, to accurately detect and locate the origin of gunshots. This will allow law enforcement to reach crime scenes quickly and save lives.
$592,000 for the City of Mesa’s Vault Meter Rehabilitation Project. These funds would be used to replace failing large-diameter water meters in a lower-income area of central Mesa and relocate those facilities above ground. It will allow the City to detect unusual consumption and identify leaks, resulting in significant reductions in water waste, cost savings, and improved system reliability for commercial/industrial customers.
“I want to thank Congressman Stanton for his strong support of these important Mesa projects,” said Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman. “These investments will enhance public safety, modernize aging infrastructure, and help ensure reliable services for our residents and businesses. We’re grateful for his continued partnership on priorities that strengthen our community.”
City of Chandler
$1,000,000 to construct new wells in the City of Chandler. These new wells will work to alleviate reliance on the Colorado River and further diversify the city’s water sources, mitigating drought impacts for constituents across the city.
“On behalf of the City of Chandler, I thank Representative Stanton for his leadership in securing $1 million to support a new drinking water well. This critical investment will strengthen our water security and enhance community infrastructure resilience. We are grateful for the Congressman’s advocacy and commitment to securing this important funding for our community,” said Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke.
City of Phoenix
$1,031,000 for technology investments for the City of Phoenix’s Real Time Crime Center. These funds will allow for training and communications to make better officers and a more efficient police force.
"On behalf of the City of Phoenix, I want to express my gratitude to Congressman Stanton for this critical investment in our Real Time Crime Center," Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. "The state of the art Real Time Crime Center at our new police headquarters will strengthen our ability to protect our residents, support our officers with modern tools, and help officers respond to crime with greater speed and precision. It represents a meaningful step toward a safer, more resilient Phoenix. Our city is built on innovation, and I am grateful for this partnership with the federal government to help us utilize technology to reduce crime citywide. I urge the Senate to pass this critical funding."
Arizona State University
$2,062,000 to establish a Center for Heat Preparedness at Arizona State University. The Center will work to develop scientific standards, policy frameworks, and practical solutions to mitigate the growing risks of extreme heat, including threats to public health, power grids, transportation systems, and economic stability. Stanton co-founded and co-chairs the Congressional Extreme Heat Caucus.
$2,062,000 for Arizona State University’s CHIPs and Domestic Manufacturing Project. These funds will be used to develop and evaluate novel technologies that bolster domestic CHIP production. Specifically, this research will demonstrate innovative water reuse technologies and infrastructure tailored to microelectronics manufacturing.
“These congressional investments highlight Arizona State University’s ability to meet urgent challenges with practical solutions that serve Arizona and the nation,” said Sally C. Morton, executive vice president of ASU Knowledge Enterprise. “From strengthening heat preparedness to advancing water-efficient technologies for domestic semiconductor manufacturing, these projects protect public health, reinforce critical infrastructure, and support economic competitiveness in water- and heat-stressed regions. Congressman Stanton and Congresswoman Ansari understand Arizona’s unique position regarding both issues, and the university appreciates their support. We are eager to be of service to ensure this research delivers measurable benefits and solutions.”
Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Authority
$2,550,000 for Stanton’s signature Arizona Environmental Infrastructure Authority, which he created in his first term. These funds help cities, counties, and tribal governments in Arizona meet their water and wastewater infrastructure demands through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Since authorization of the authority in 2020, $47 million in federal funds have been delivered to more than 25 projects across Arizona.
Town of Sahuarita
$2,550,000 for the remediation of Sahuarita Lake. These funds would be used to reline Sahuarita Lake to prevent soil liquefaction caused by water leaks. This action prevents damage caused by leaks, increases safety for the community’s water resources, protects public health by reducing water quality issues, prevents groundwater from entering the wastewater system, and bolsters the lake’s water storage capacity to meet the city’s water needs.
"Sahuarita Lake is a central landmark in our community. We want to thank Representative Stanton for securing these federal funds that will allow us to remediate and restore the lake for the benefit of our community while also protecting our most precious resource, our groundwater. Representative Stanton has been a true champion for our community, and we deeply appreciate his leadership in making this important project a reality," said Sahuarita Mayor Tom Murphy.