The mission of the Bureau of Reclamation is to manage, develop, and protect water and related resources in an environmentally and economically sound manner in the interest of the American public.
The WaterSMART program focuses on increasing water supply reliability through various methods, such as investing in existing infrastructure and addressing local water conflicts. It aims to address drought conditions affecting diverse communities and sectors by encouraging water conservation. Specifically, the Water Conservation Field Services Program (WCFSP) supports the development of water conservation plans, water management improvements, and the understanding of conservation techniques. This initiative aligns with federal priorities including climate crisis mitigation and supporting racial and economic equity. It seeks proposals for activities within the Lower Colorado Basin Region, including Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands, to fund projects under the WCFSP that emphasize water reliability, infrastructure modernization, and ecosystem resilience.