James M. Jeffords: “I rise today with Senators Lautenberg, Graham of Florida, and Lieberman to introduce the Wastewater Treatment Works…”

“I rise today with Senators Lautenberg, Graham of Florida, and Lieberman to introduce the Wastewater Treatment Works Security and Safety Act. This legislation provides for the safety and security of our Nation's wastewater treatment works by providing needed funds to conduct vulnerability assessments and implement security improvements. In addition, this bill will ensure long-term safety and security by providing funds for researching innovative technologies and enhancing proven vulnerability assessment tools already in use. Since the terrible events of September 11, we have taken several comprehensive steps to protect our water supplies and infrastructure. I have spoken on the many initiatives taking place on the Committee on Environment and Public Works and at the Environmental Protection Agency to protect our Nation's critical water infrastructure. I am pleased to say that we have made some progress.”