Border Water Quality Restoration and Protection Act

This bill establishes two new programs to address water quality issues in the Tijuana River and New River watersheds, which flow from Mexico into California. It requires the Environmental Protection Agency to develop action plans for pollution prevention, including projects to manage wastewater, stormwater, debris, sediment, and contaminants that flow across the border. The bill authorizes $50 million annually from 2026-2036 for these programs, with funding to support projects that improve water quality, protect public health, and enhance natural habitats in affected communities. The programs will coordinate with Mexican and U.S. agencies, including the International Boundary and Water Commission, to implement projects addressing transboundary flows that impact coastal communities in Imperial Beach, San Diego, Calexico, and the Imperial Valley.