Vote Yes on this bill if you want lower local costs, long-term low-interest repayment options, and faster completion of the Arkansas Valley Conduit to provide safe, reliable drinking water to underserved communities, with local partners handling operations and maintenance.

Organizations that support this bill may include rural and small-town water districts in southeastern Colorado, local city and county governments, public health groups, and infrastructure and construction associations.

Vote No on this bill if you want to limit federal financial commitments, avoid setting a precedent for discounted repayment terms, and require local or state entities to fund and manage the project without additional federal support.

Organizations that oppose this bill may include national taxpayer watchdog groups, fiscal conservative think tanks, and organizations wary of expanded federal subsidies for local water projects.