Biden Announces $2.6 Billion in Wisconsin for Replacing Lead Pipes

While in Milwaukee, Biden announced a finalized EPA rule that requires water systems nationwide to replace lead service lines within a decade.

President Joe Biden speaks to the media prior to departing on Marine One from the South Lawn of the White House on Oct. 3, 2024. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images

President Joe Biden announced a $2.6 billion investment to replace lead pipes while in Wisconsin on Oct. 8.

The funding was allocated under the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which set aside $15 billion over five years for replacing lead pipes. The Clean Water State Revolving Fund under the bill gives an additional $11.7 billion that can be used toward this effort.