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USDA Rural Development Water and Environmental Programs has consistently supported rural communities in completing necessary upgrades to their water and wastewater facilities.

WEP is instrumental in helping rural America maintain affordable water access for all rural people, and it is imperative that Rural Water’s voice and priorities are heard within the Halls of Congress and within our nation’s leadership. Through our combined thousands of rural leaders from every state, we can ensure Congress and the Trump Administration know that WEP is the trusted partner for rural America and must be maintained.

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Fluoridation Grants Available

The Maryland Department of Health Office of Oral Health has one-time funds available to support the ability of water systems across Maryland to provide optimal community water fluoridation. 

Funds may be requested to update, replace, or purchase necessary water fluoridation equipment and supplies such as metering pumps, saturators, colorimeters, probes, drum scales for community water systems, and other fluoridation materials.

Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis between now and May 30, 2024.

If you are interested in applying for funds or would like to learn more, please contact Jasmine Joseph, MDH Fluoride Program Manager, at jasmine.joseph@maryland.gov.