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American Water Participates in Companywide Fly-In to Meet with Congressional Leadership to Discuss Solutions to Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Challenges

1. AWK's President discusses infrastructure needs with policymakers in D.C. 2. Significant investment in water infrastructure is deemed necessary by officials. 3. ASCE reports grade of 'C-' for drinking water, 'D+' for wastewater systems. 4. AWK plans to invest $40-$42 billion over the next decade. 5. Engagement with over 40 congressional offices highlights legislative priorities.

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Why Bullish?

Active engagement in infrastructure discussions indicates potential policy support and investments. Historical government incentives have previously benefited utility companies like AWK.

How important is it?

The infrastructure discussions and investment plans directly affect AWK's operational viability. Potential government financial backing enhances future cash flows and market position.

Why Long Term?

Investment plans and infrastructure discussions suggest sustainable future growth. Historical trends show that infrastructure improvement leads to long-term robustness in utility operations.

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- CAMDEN, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., today announced its participation in a companywide fly-in to strengthen relationships with policymakers and discuss potential solutions to vital water and wastewater infrastructure needs across the nation. American Water President and Chief Executive Officer John Griffith and Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Cheryl Norton, along with state leadership from Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, engaged in a series of meetings with Congressional leadership in Washington, D.C."As a leading provider of water services across the U.S., we recognize the importance of discussing sustainable, long-term solutions that address the needs of our communities with our country’s leaders," said American Water President & CEO John Griffith.Share "This is a pivotal moment for water from PFAS to lead and copper to aging infrastructure," said Griffith. "As a leading provider of water services across the U.S., we recognize the importance of discussing sustainable, long-term solutions that address the needs of our communities with our country’s leaders." This year’s fly-in underscored the need for significant investment in water infrastructure, especially given the American Society of Civil Engineers’ (ASCE) 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure. The nation's drinking water systems received a grade of “C-” and wastewater systems a grade of “D+,” highlighting the serious challenges facing U.S. water and wastewater utilities. American Water leadership hosted discussions with representatives from more than 40 congressional offices focused on policy issues that affect water utilities, investment in water and wastewater infrastructure, the future of clean water access and other key legislative priorities. With over 14 million people served in 14 states and on 18 military installations, American Water is committed to addressing water and wastewater challenges through significant capital investments in infrastructure repairs and upgrades, planning to invest $40-$42 billion over the next 10 years. For more information about American Water's ongoing initiatives, please visit www.amwater.com. About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,700 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. More News From American Water

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