Providing for Consideration of H.R. Saving Homeowners From Overregulation with Exceptional Rinsing Act; Providing for Consideration of H.R. Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards Act; and Providing for Consideration of H.R. Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act, 2026

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Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of this bipartisan conference agreement covering the Commerce, Justice, and Science; Energy and Water; and the Interior and Environment appropriations bills.

This package shows that when Congress works together, we can deliver full-year funding that meets the needs of our communities. This package makes smart, responsible investments in public safety, energy reliability, our public lands and, for those of us in the West, water conservation and infrastructure.

As the only member of the Arizona delegation in both the Senate and the House serving on the Appropriations Committee, I have worked to make sure this bill delivers real results back home in Arizona's Sixth Congressional District. That includes specific Community Project Funding requests developed directly with local leaders who know their communities best and targeted at the issues that matter to our communities the most.

This bill supports, for example, community safety vehicle fleet modernization so that Tucson's first responders have reliable vehicles when every second counts in their line of work. It also includes funding for the Sahuarita Police Department radio replacement, so officers can communicate clearly and safely in the field.

As the Colorado River continues to face a worsening drought, water security is more important than ever. This package helps fund water reclamation facility upgrades in Tombstone that will improve efficiency and replace aging infrastructure.

It supports the multi-municipality sewer treatment project that modernizes systems and protects public health across multiple communities in Graham County.

It also invests in source water system improvements at Marana Regional Airport and the Pioneer Well PFAS Treatment Project to help ensure safe and reliable water for families and businesses. These are practical, locally requested projects that are transparent, accountable, and focused on results.

Mr. Speaker, this conference agreement reflects a responsible use of taxpayer dollars while strengthening public safety, water security, and critical infrastructure. I am proud of the work we have accomplished, and I strongly urge my colleagues to support this package.

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