US SB3792

Establishes the Water Project Navigators Program within 180 days, administered by the Secretary of the Interior through the Bureau of Reclamation, to award grants and cooperative agreements supporting multi-benefit water project navigator positions

Eligible entities include states, Indian Tribes, local governments, water districts, acequias, land grant-merceds, conservation districts, and nonprofit conservation organizations in western states, Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico

Grants are limited to 3 years with possible 2-year extensions; federal cost share capped at 75%, though the Secretary may reduce or waive cost-share requirements for Indian Tribes, acequias, land grant-merceds, and disadvantaged communities facing financial hardship

Navigators assist with grant writing, project management, technical assistance (feasibility studies, design, environmental review, engineering), and other activities for projects that enhance water resilience and provide ecosystem benefits

Authorizes $15 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2032, with funds remaining available until expended; requires a congressional report within 5 years describing program outcomes