Appropriations Committee Releases Fiscal Year 2016 Energy and Water Appropriations Bill

Press Release

The House Appropriations Committee today released the fiscal year 2016 Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill, which will be considered in subcommittee tomorrow. The legislation provides annual funding for national defense nuclear weapons activities, the Army Corps of Engineers, various programs under the Department of Energy (DOE), and other related agencies.

The bill totals $35.4 billion -- $1.2 billion above the fiscal year 2015 enacted level and $633 million below the President's request.

"The Energy and Water Appropriations bill provides funds to ensure the safety, security and reliability of our nation's nuclear stockpile, and to keep our military ready to respond to any and all threats from our enemies," House Appropriations Committee Chairman Hal Rogers said. "It also provides key funds for water infrastructure projects around the country to prevent floods and increase commerce, and will help grow the nation's 'all-of-the-above' energy strategy."

Energy and Water Subcommittee Chairman Mike Simpson also commented on the importance of the bill:

"This is a responsible bill that prioritizes national security needs and improving our nation's infrastructure within tight budget caps," Chairman Simpson said. "It makes critical investments in the maintenance and safety of our nuclear weapons stockpile, while also funding important infrastructure projects and research that will increase U.S. economic competitiveness and growth."

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