The U.S. Geological Survey is soliciting applications for the Water Resources Research Act Program, which provides annual base grants to support research and related activities at Water Resources Research Institutes and Centers. The program aims to address regional and state water problems, improve water supply reliability, and promote the dissemination of research results to water managers and the public. Eligible applicants are Institutes or Centers established under the provisions of Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act of 1984, as amended. The program requires a 2:1 non-federal to federal match, and applicants must submit their proposals electronically through grants.gov. Key aspects of the program include: * Research and related activities to address regional and state water problems * Improving water supply reliability and promoting the dissemination of research results * Eligibility limited to Institutes or Centers established under Section 104 of the Water Resources Research Act * 2:1 non-federal to federal match required * Electronic submission of proposals through grants.gov * Annual reporting requirements, including a technical report and a financial report