The House Appropriations Committee will be accepting Community Project Funding (CPF) requests from Members for Fiscal Year 2026. This is in addition to the standard programmatic and language-based requests. Each Member is limited to no more than 15 Community Project Funding requests, and there is no guarantee that all requested projects will be funded.
Please note:
- Congresswoman Brownley will NOT accept CPF requests for projects outside of CA-26.
- All projects MUST meet the relevant statutory and administrative criteria for funding through the grant program under which it is submitted.
- A request submitted to Congresswoman Brownley does NOT guarantee the project will be selected.
- The selection of a project does NOT guarantee it will be funded by the Appropriations Committee.
- The Committee will NOT provide cost-share waivers and grantees are legally responsible for meeting the non-federal cost share requirements and all other applicable grant criteria.
More information on the process, including eligible appropriations accounts, can be found on the House Appropriations Committee website.
The deadline for submitting CPF requests to Congresswoman Brownley is Monday, April 29th. For all projects, the requestor must complete the requisite CPF form, and provide the requisite background information, including letters of support from the local community (city/county/state officials).
If you have any questions about Congresswoman Brownley’s project submission process or need copies of the requisite forms, please reach out to Sharon.Wagener@mail.house.gov.
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Eligible Entities & Projects
Only state and local government entities, public institutions, and — in some cases — non-profit entities are eligible to submit and receive funding through CPF. Funding cannot be directed to for-profit entities and will not include waivers for State or local match requirements. While matching funds do not have to be in-hand prior to the request, requesting entities must have a plan to meet such requirements for the project to be viable. Additionally, each submission must be for FY2026 only and cannot include multi-year funding requests. The Committee will only consider projects with demonstrated community support in the form of: letters from local elected officials; press articles highlighting need; support from newspaper editorial boards; mentions on State intended use plans, community development plans, or other publicly available planning documents; resolutions passed by city councils or boards; etc.
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Transparency
The final CPF requests selected and submitted by Congresswoman Brownley to the Appropriations Committee will be posted on this page. Members will be required to certify that neither they nor their immediate family have a financial interest in the CPF requests made.
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NOTE: Projects are listed alphabetically by Subcommittee.
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies
Project Name: Ventura County District Attorney’s Office East County Family Justice Center Project
Recipient: Ventura County District Attorney’s Office
Address: 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Suite 314, Ventura, CA 93009-2730
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for improving the effectiveness of law enforcement and provide access to justice for all communities in Ventura County, including underserved populations, by bringing governmental agencies, law enforcement and non-profit service providers under one roof to serve victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, dependent adult abuse, human trafficking and hate crimes. Specifically, the funds will support staffing, training, IT services, office setup, equipment, rent, and program evaluation. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the East County Family Justice Center will bring critical services to victims and families in the eastern portion of Ventura County who are impacted by crimes of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, dependent adult abuse, human trafficking and hate crimes. Violent crimes, especially domestic violence, and child abuse, have a ripple effect which extends to our families, friends, coworkers, and others in our community. Children who have adverse childhood experiences are more likely to become perpetrators of domestic violence as adults, commit other crimes, are more likely to become substance abusers, and are more likely to be abused as adults. This project is also a good use of taxpayer funds as it will increase public safety, make law enforcement more effective, reduce the generational cycle of violence, reduce the negative impacts to public health and prevent an increase in criminal justice system costs. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 501 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10152).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies
Project Name: Ventura County Sheriff’s Department DNA Automated Workflow Project
Recipient: Ventura County Sheriff’s Forensic Services Bureau
Address: 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009-3500
Amount Requested: $900,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for increasing DNA throughput by increasing the number of samples that can be tested at one time. Currently, an analyst can work on approximately 20 samples at once. Our automation plan will allow an analyst to analyze approximately 80 samples at once. This technological improvement is overdue for the forensic sciences bureau and has become standard practice in most forensic laboratories of their size. Investigations depend on timely analysis of the evidence. If analysis is not timely, the case can become stagnant and unsolved. Perpetrators can continue to victimize during this time. Another laboratory that implemented a similar workflow was able to triple their throughput. Tripling throughput would not only enable the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department to keep up with current demand, but it would allow us to work on reducing the accumulated backlog. Keeping up with current demand would result in real time support to law enforcement investigations, efficient case adjudication and contribute to safer communities for the citizens of Ventura County. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because keeping up with the current demand for DNA analysis would result in real time support to law enforcement investigations, efficient case adjudication and contribute to safer communities for the citizens of Ventura County. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 501 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10152).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Homeland Security
Project Name: City of Camarillo Hybrid Microgrid Standby Power Resiliency Project
Recipient: City of Camarillo
Address: 601 Carmen Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010
Amount Requested: $3,044,070
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for design and construction of a strategic hybrid microgrid system to enhance emergency response capabilities and long-term energy security. The project will fortify critical operations by integrating power generators, solar technology, and battery storage with advanced switchgear controls, ensuring uninterrupted power and services during emergencies. The need for the project was proven in November 2024 when the Mountain Fire devastated hundreds of structures in and around Camarillo. The City regularly faces disruptions from power shutoffs during Santa Ana wind conditions, compromising emergency services. This critical infrastructure project allows Camarillo to maintain operational capacity during grid disruption, with substantial cost savings, while strengthening capacity to serve residents during emergencies. The design employs energy technology in a multi-layered approach, providing primary standby power and generators delivering reliable backup for extended periods. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it represents a strategic investment that promotes infrastructure and disaster resilience. This project strengthens essential government infrastructure in the City, ensuring City Hall and municipal operations can function during emergencies. This project directly supports the hardening of critical infrastructure against disasters, maintaining government continuity, and protecting American communities. Developing local energy generation and storage capabilities, this microgrid reduces dependence on vulnerable centralized power grids. This approach enhances energy security and self-reliance at the local level. The hybrid design incorporating solar, batteries, and generators creates a cost-effective solution that will generate long-term utility savings for Camarillo taxpayers. This represents responsible stewardship of federal funds with demonstrable return on investment and reduced operational costs. The microgrid project also creates opportunities for collaboration between government and private sector technology providers, leveraging private sector expertise and investment. The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 203 of the Stafford Act (42 U.S.C. 5133), as amended by Section 1234, National Public Infrastructure Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation, of the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (DRRA) of 2018.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Homeland Security
Project Name: City of Thousand Oaks Community Resilience Center Project
Recipient: City of Thousand Oaks
Address: 2100 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
Amount Requested: $3,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) and associated microgrid infrastructure to develop the city’s Emergency Evacuation Center into a fully functional Community Resilience Center (CRC) that can operate off-grid in the event of emergencies, power outages, and heat waves. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the installation of BESS with accompanying microgrid electrical infrastructure, including switch gear, metering, inverter, control system, and related system components will allow for off-grid autonomous operation of the CRC during wildfires, emergencies, weather events, and power outages to ensure it is operational to assist residents or seek refuge. Keeping the CRC functional will serve residents but most importantly vulnerable populations including low-income residents, immigrants, senior adults, the disabled, and families during natural disasters, emergencies, heatwaves, and power shutoffs and even serve as cooling or warming shelters. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 203 of the Stafford Act (42 U.S.C. 5133), as amended by Section 1234, National Public Infrastructure Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation, of the Disaster Recovery Reform Act (DRRA) of 2018.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Homeland Security
Project Name: City of Westlake Village Emergency Operations Center Resilience Project
Recipient: City of Westlake Village
Address: 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village, CA 91361
Amount Requested: $600,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for a solar array on the rooftops at the Civic Center, including the EOC and Library. The resilient solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) will store sun power in large capacity batteries that will allow full EOC capabilities and provide support to County agencies that use our EOC. In addition to providing emergency power to the EOC, the solar project will drastically improve resiliency and protect our community during a disaster. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will meet a critical need to provide power resilience at the city’s only cooling center. Without backup power during a power shut off, the city would have to shut down operation of the facility. This critical need was demonstrated on January 7, 2025, when the Westlake EOC hosted City of Malibu’s EOC, following their evacuation in the devastating Palisades Fire that destroyed more than 6,837 structures. In response, Edison implemented extensive public safety power shutoffs that lasted for weeks in the surrounding areas. Westlake’s Civic Center also served as a hub for evacuated residents from the region looking for a place to find reliable power and internet. The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 614 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5196c), as amended by section 202 of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (9/11 Act).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Project Name: Calleguas Municipal Water District Lake Bard Pump Station Project
Recipient: Calleguas Municipal Water District
Address: 2100 Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for the installation of a new pump station that would allow treatment of an additional 3,000 acre feet of water that the current pump cannot provide. By yielding an additional 30% of emergency supply, the pump station would help maintain consistent water delivery to hundreds of thousands of residents, businesses, and institutions. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because this project is critical for the hundreds of thousands of Ventura County residents, businesses, and institutions who rely on Calleguas for their drinking water every day. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. 300j12.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Project Name: City of Oxnard Cast Iron Pipe Replacement Project
Recipient: City of Oxnard
Address: 300 W Third St, Oxnard, CA 93030
Amount Requested: $1,600,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for replacement of aging cast iron waterline pipes at risk of failure. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because many of the cast iron potable water pipelines in the city are over 60 years old, have reached the end of their useful life, and are constantly in need of repairs, which is disruptive and costly to the residents of the city. Replacement will ensure access to clean drinking water for residents of an Oxnard neighborhood where 50 percent of households have incomes below 60 percent of the Area Median Gross Income or a poverty rate of 25 percent or more. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. 300j12.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Project Name: City of Santa Paula Cross-Town Pipeline Project
Recipient: City of Santa Paula
Address: 970 Ventura Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for construction of a new, 20-inch diameter buried water pipeline more than 8,000 linear feet long, connecting the discharge pipeline from the Steckel Water Conditioning Facility at the Steckel Drive/Santa Barbara Street intersection to the Pleasant Street/Tenth Street intersection. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will provide a more reliable and efficient water distribution/transmission system to serve not only the citizens of Santa Paula, but all of the customers of the potable water system. This project will ensure that the expansion of water services, necessitated by Santa Paula’s robust community and residential growth, will be able to sustain safe and potable water delivery for years to come, in line with the maintenance of integrity in water systems set forward in the Safe Drinking Water Act. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. 300j12.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: City of Agoura Hills Affordable Housing Microgrid Project
Recipient: City of Agoura Hills
Address: 30001 Ladyface Court, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Amount Requested: $1,430,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for a microgrid system for affordable housing units in the city. This development will consist of 11 single-family prefabricated homes, each integrated into a shared microgrid to maximize energy independence and sustainability. This project represents a forward-thinking solution for sustainable, affordable housing in Agoura Hills, creating a resilient, self-sufficient community that prioritizes energy-efficient solutions. This small-scale project can be used as a test case to make further investments into other established developments throughout the city. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because affordable housing development is a key national priority, especially in higher cost areas of the country. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(2).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: City of Calabasas Citywide Green Street Project
Recipient: City of Calabasas
Address: 100 Civic Center Way, Calabasas, CA 91302
Amount Requested: $1,760,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for roadway improvements in the city. Unpaved street shoulders would be improved with landscaped bioswales and/or tree-well filter systems and modifications to existing roadways would be implemented to improve drainage. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will reduce pollutants draining from city streets into the city’s stormwater system, thereby reducing pollutant loads in natural waterways and the ocean. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Section 133(b) of title 23, United States Code, as amended by title III of division A of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: City of Simi Valley Additional In-Route Charges for the Simi Valley Transit Hub Project
Recipient: City of Simi Valley
Address: 2929 Tapo Canyon Road, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Amount Requested: $1,120,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for installation of additional in-route chargers for the City of Simi Valley’s battery electric buses. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will enhance transit services in Simi Valley by extending the daily service range of buses without requiring buses to return to the yard for recharging. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by under section 5302(4) of title 49, United States Code.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: Clean Power Alliance Power Ready Program for Critical Facilities Project
Recipient: Clean Power Alliance
Address: 801 South Grand Avenue, Ste. 400, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Amount Requested: $1,400,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for installation of public agencies’ renewable solar and battery energy storage microgrid systems. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because California continues to face increasingly frequent and severe disruptions, including wildfires, heatwaves, and grid instability. CPA’s project will provide reliable power back-ups to ensure critical community facilities can continue to function and serve the community. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(2) and 5305(a)(4).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: Ventura County Agricultural Training, Resource, and Community Center
Recipient: County of Ventura
Address: 800 S. Victoria Ave. Ventura, CA 93009
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for repurposing and renovation of an old, non-ADA compliant, two-story barn into an accessible, fully functional, modern multi-purpose community center. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will advance the County of Ventura’s Agriculture/Weights & Measures (AWM) regional mission to protect and promote agriculture, ensure equity in the marketplace, and safeguard public health, industry, and the environment. By establishing a centralized, accessible facility focused on agricultural education, workforce training, and community-based services, the County will significantly expand its capacity to provide in-person support and outreach. As a priority initiative, this project strengthens Ventura County’s ability to deliver critical programs that address complex regulatory, operational, and public-interest topics. It eliminates barriers to participation in services that directly support economic productivity, public safety, and environmental stewardship. The facility will also enable closer coordination with city governments, community organizations, and key stakeholders in responding to agricultural and environmental threats, fostering a collaborative space where education, innovation, and regulatory compliance intersect. In particular, the project will enhance economic productivity by supporting job training and workforce retention in the agriculture and environmental sectors. It will offer continuing education opportunities for licensed pest control professionals, qualified applicators, and agricultural workers—helping both individuals and the broader region adapt to changing regulatory demands and industry best practices. The facility will promote public safety and hazard mitigation through training on emerging priorities, such as wildfire preparedness under the Agricultural Pass Program and evolving state regulations around fumigants and pesticides. It will also serve as a hub for public engagement, informing local residents about urgent issues like invasive plant species, unsafe pesticide practices, and the risks associated with unregulated e-commerce introducing invasive pests. Public education campaigns will help communities navigate the state’s new pesticide notification system and understand the biological and economic impact of invasive threats. Overall, this project represents a strategic investment in Ventura County’s future—building a stronger, safer, and more resilient agricultural economy while improving equity, public access, and community preparedness across the region. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 42 U.S.C. 5305(a)(2).
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: Los Angeles Metro Regional Bus Stop Enhancement Program
Recipient: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro)
Address: One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012-2952
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for strategic upgrades to bus stops, including amenities, accessibility features, maintenance, and technological enhancements in California’s 26th Congressional District. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will address infrastructure investments for transit riders and immediately address safety, improve mobility, increase access, and reduce public health impacts. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by under section 5302(4) of title 49, United States Code.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here
Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies
Project Name: Southern California Regional Railroad Authority (Metrolink) Arroyo Simi Bridges Scour Mitigation Project
Recipient: Southern California Regional Railroad Authority (Metrolink)
Address: 900 Wilshire Blvd. Ste. 1500 Los Angeles CA 90017
Amount Requested: $2,480,000
Project Description and Explanation: The funding would be used for protective rehabilitation and scour mitigation for the four existing channel bridges east of the Moorpark station in Ventura County. Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner and Metrolink’s Ventura County Line (VCL) share the corridor and 10 stations in the project area. Union Pacific Railroad (UP) operates approximately 34 trains per month on the VCL, using the segment that includes the Arroyo Simi Channel bridges. The project scope includes clearing vegetation within the right-of-way, rerouting the channel for construction, installing FHWA Class IX riprap to protect the bridge piers from scour and damage from storm debris, and extending concrete encasements to the bottom of the riprap. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it will better ensure reliable service for both Metrolink and Amtrak passengers, prevent the loss of ridership, and benefit businesses and residents in Ventura County. The project has a Federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 22907 of title 49, United States Code.
Signed Disclosure Letter: Click here