Protecting Coasts and Cities from Severe Weather Act

1/11/2024, 8:26 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Bill 118 hr 4069, also known as the Protecting Coasts and Cities from Severe Weather Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the increasing threat of severe weather events, such as hurricanes, flooding, and wildfires, to coastal communities and cities across the country.

The bill proposes a number of measures to improve the resilience of these communities in the face of severe weather. This includes increasing funding for infrastructure projects that will help protect against flooding and storm surges, as well as investing in research and technology to better predict and prepare for extreme weather events.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of comprehensive plans for coastal and urban areas to mitigate the impact of severe weather, as well as the establishment of a task force to coordinate federal, state, and local efforts in responding to and recovering from disasters. Overall, the Protecting Coasts and Cities from Severe Weather Act aims to enhance the ability of communities to withstand and recover from the increasing frequency and intensity of severe weather events, ultimately protecting lives and property and ensuring the long-term sustainability of coastal and urban areas in the face of climate change.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4069

Introduced on
2023-06-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/13/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Bill 118 hr 4069, also known as the Protecting Coasts and Cities from Severe Weather Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the increasing threat of severe weather events, such as hurricanes, flooding, and wildfires, to coastal communities and cities across the country.

The bill proposes a number of measures to improve the resilience of these communities in the face of severe weather. This includes increasing funding for infrastructure projects that will help protect against flooding and storm surges, as well as investing in research and technology to better predict and prepare for extreme weather events.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of comprehensive plans for coastal and urban areas to mitigate the impact of severe weather, as well as the establishment of a task force to coordinate federal, state, and local efforts in responding to and recovering from disasters. Overall, the Protecting Coasts and Cities from Severe Weather Act aims to enhance the ability of communities to withstand and recover from the increasing frequency and intensity of severe weather events, ultimately protecting lives and property and ensuring the long-term sustainability of coastal and urban areas in the face of climate change.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo increase observations, understanding, and forecasting of coastal flooding and storm surge events, to address weather observation gaps in highly vulnerable areas, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.