H.R. 8739 · In committee · Environmental Protection

Brownfields Revitalization for a Better Tomorrow Act

What it does

Expands eligible entities for brownfield grants to include 501(c)(6) organizations in addition to 501(c)(3) nonprofits.
Raises the maximum grant for individual brownfield remediation sites from $500,000 to $1,000,000.
Increases the maximum for multipurpose brownfield grants from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000.
Permits recipients of grants or loans to use up to 10 percent of grant amounts for demolition activities with EPA approval.
Authorizes $123,500,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to carry out the brownfield revitalization program.

May 14, 2026: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Committee: House Environment Subcommittee