Tucson Standard

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, celebrated the House passage of the FY2025 appropriations package for Interior and Environment. This includes $8 million that Ciscomani provisionally secured for water resources and infrastructure in Arizona’s 6th District. The Interior and Environment package is the fifth FY25 appropriations bill to pass the U.S. House of Representatives thus far.

“As Arizona’s only House appropriator, my top priority is to ensure our federal government is spending your tax dollars wisely while fighting for the needs of our district,” said Ciscomani. “As Arizona leads the nation in water conservation, these funds will build upon our district’s sustainability efforts and fulfill critical water infrastructure needs. I am excited to see these funds pass the House floor and will continue to advocate and get them across the finish line.”

Congressman Ciscomani worked to secure the following funds through Community Project Funding requests:

$989,786 for the City of Tombstone for their water reclamation facility: With this funding, the City of Tombstone will be able to replace aging and outdated equipment at their 50-year-old reclamation facility.

$2.25 million for Town of Marana for Source Water System Improvements at the Marana Regional Airport: This funding will be used to improve source water systems at the Marana Regional Airport to reduce groundwater loss and help aquifers recover.

$1.75 million for the Town of Marana for the Pioneer Well PFAS Treatment Project: The town of Marana will use these dollars to design and construct a new groundwater treatment facility.

$1.75 million for City of Tucson for Tucson Water’s Northwest Reclaimed System Augmentation Project: This money will allow Tucson Water to connect two reclamation facilities in the area, maximizing the city’s retention and reuse of the local water supply.

$1.2 million for Graham County for a multi-municipality sewer treatment project: This money will be used to replace 40-year-old aging waterlines throughout the county.

Earlier this month, following the package’s passage through the House Appropriations Committee, project stakeholders applauded Ciscomani’s work to secure these funds.

“As Mayor of Tombstone, Arizona, I want to thank Congressman Ciscomani for his efforts in securing $989,786 for a rebuild of our over 50-year-old Water Reclamation Facility,” said Tombstone Mayor Dustin Escapule. “This critical upgrade is vital for the health and well-being of our community and the half-million tourists who visit us each year. These improvements will cut daily maintenance costs and help operators maintain a safe and efficient plant.”

“The Town of Marana is grateful for Congressman Juan Ciscomani’s efforts in securing funding for vital projects in Arizona’s 6th District, including $4 million allocated to Marana for Source Water System Improvements at Marana Regional Airport Project and Pioneer Well PFAS Treatment Project, both of which will significantly enhance our water infrastructure and sustainability,” said Town of Marana Mayor Ed Honea. “This funding is a testament to Congressman Ciscomani’s dedication to our community’s growth and resilience.”

“Thank you to Congressman Juan Ciscomani for helping us ensure our region has a safe, clean, secure water supply,” said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. “Tucsonans are known for our conservation ethic: We know that every drop of water is a valuable resource in the desert. Through Northwest Reclaimed System Project, we will be able to keep more recycled water to continue building our water security so Tucsonans can thrive.”

“I am grateful to Congressman Ciscomani for his support of Northwest Reclaimed System Project,” said Tucson City Manager Tim Thomure. “This innovative system will help City of Tucson maximize use of recycled water, which is critical for Tucson and entire region. Residents can rest assured City of Tucson and Congressional partners are doing all we can to secure City’s water future.”

"Your dedication to rural Arizona and Graham County is something we have not seen quite some time," said Chairman Board Supervisors John Howard."The funding this project benefit entire community improvement parks fairground something county congressman proud."

In total,Ciscomani initially secured $34 million 15 projects five counties district FY25.In FY24,brought home $26 million Arizona's 6th District.Should funds FY25 signed law,Congressman delivered $60 million freshman term Congress.He only member Arizona congressional delegation House Appropriations Committee.