The Senate this week will continue debate of a comprehensive energy bill that, among many other provisions, includes sections authorizing research and development related to the energy-water nexus, as well as a new pilot program to boost the energy efficiency of water systems. Debate is also possible on an amendment filed by Michigan lawmakers that would authorize $400 million in federal funding to help Flint replace lead water pipes.
The House gets back to work after last week’s Washington D.C. blizzard that shut the chamber down. Lawmakers are expected to consider the “Iran Terror Finance Transparency Act” and will attempt to override President Obama’s veto of the “Restoring Americans’ Healthcare Freedom Act.”