Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach (MN-07) is pleased to announce that over $9 million in federal funding has been secured for 11 critical infrastructure projects across Minnesota’s Seventh Congressional District. These investments span across several counties, focusing on essential water management, public health, and agricultural innovation.
"I am incredibly proud to have secured these resources for Western Minnesota," said Rep. Fischbach. "From ensuring clean drinking water to modernizing our wastewater systems and investing in the future of our agricultural workforce, these projects are vital to the long-term viability and growth of our rural communities. These are the local priorities that make a daily difference for families and small towns."
The funding, championed by Rep. Fischbach through the federal appropriations process, supports a diverse array of projects to address aging infrastructure and foster regional development.
| Location | Project Description | Amount |
| Elizabeth | Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project | $1,750,000 |
| West Union | Wastewater Infrastructure Improvement Project | $1,000,000 |
| Barnesville | Water Improvement Project | $750,000 |
| Ruthton | Water Tower Replacement | $750,000 |
| Hanley Falls | Sewer and Water Main Replacement | $750,000 |
| Lake Lillian | Water System Updates | $750,000 |
| Henderson | Water Filtration Plant Construction | $750,000 |
| Polk County | Water Improvement Project | $750,000 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Integrated Agriculture and Food Systems | $594,963 |
| Lake Henry | Sewer System Replacement | $500,000 |
| Wheaton | Water Main Pipe Replacement | $750,000 |
Congresswoman Fischbach’s advocacy ensured these projects were prioritized in the Interior, Environment, & Related Agencies and the Commerce, Justice, & Science Appropriations bills, reflecting her commitment to bringing taxpayer dollars back to the district to improve the lives of her constituents.
