Jonesboro, Ga. — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff’s bill to upgrade water infrastructure in Henry and Clayton Counties is now law.
Sen. Ossoff’s Georgia Stormwater Management Act was signed into law earlier this month as part of the Water Resources Development Act reauthorization to upgrade water infrastructure for families and businesses in Clayton and Henry Counties.
Sen. Ossoff’s law creates a new authority for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to conduct water infrastructure projects across Clayton and Henry Counties, which would upgrade quality of life and improve resiliency.
With the new authorization, Congress can now appropriate funding for the Army Corps to partner with the Counties on water infrastructure projects.
“I remain focused on Clayton and Henry Counties every day. I’ve heard consistently from local leaders about concerns with aging water infrastructure, which is why I introduced and have now passed through the Senate this bill that would authorize the U.S. Army Corps to work on vital water infrastructure projects across the area,” Sen. Ossoff said.
“We are thrilled to express our strong support for Senator Jon Ossoff’s provision in the Water Resource Development Act, which authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to assist Henry County in designing and constructing critical water infrastructure projects. Although funding is not attached to this provision, it is a significant step forward in our continuing efforts to ensure that Henry County has the modern, resilient infrastructure necessary to meet the growing needs of our community. Reliable access to clean and safe water is a fundamental requirement for the health and well-being of our residents, as well as for the growth and sustainability of our local economy,” said McDonough-Henry County Board Chair Carlotta Harrell. “Senator Ossoff’s commitment to addressing water infrastructure challenges demonstrates a deep understanding of the importance of proactive investments in our future. The collaboration with the Army Corps of Engineers will provide us with the expertise and resources needed to enhance our water systems, making them more efficient and resilient against future challenges. We look forward to working closely with Senator Ossoff and leveraging this incredible opportunity to bring about positive change for the residents of Henry County. This is a testament to the power of community and leadership coming together to achieve common goals and improve the quality of life for all.”
“I would like to thank Senator Ossoff for his continued support of Clayton County,” said Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry. “Through his efforts, we will be able to allocate in excess of $2.5 million in Congressionally Directed Spending directly into the community to provide relief to our citizens from the devastating effects of flooding. The addition of this provision to the Water Resources Development Act is critical in expediting the design of projects aimed at saving the lives and property of Clayton County Citizens. Having congressional authorization for the involvement of the Army Corps of Engineers was a critical step and is further proof of Senator Ossoff’s continued commitment to Clayton County.”
In 2023, Sen. Ossoff brought Republicans and Democrats together to deliver over $2.5 million to help prevent flooding in the north end of Clayton County, in the area of the Camp Creek Watershed.
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