National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization Act of 2025

Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Bill 119 hr 2250, also known as the National Landslide Preparedness Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to reauthorize and strengthen efforts to prevent and prepare for landslides in the United States. The bill recognizes the significant impact that landslides can have on communities, infrastructure, and the environment, and seeks to improve coordination and communication among federal, state, and local agencies in order to better mitigate the risks associated with landslides.

Specifically, the bill includes provisions to enhance research and monitoring of landslide hazards, improve mapping and assessment of landslide risks, and provide technical assistance and resources to communities at risk of landslides. It also calls for the development of a national strategy for landslide risk reduction, as well as the establishment of a National Landslide Hazards Reduction Program within the U.S. Geological Survey.

Overall, the National Landslide Preparedness Act aims to increase awareness of landslide risks, improve preparedness and response capabilities, and ultimately reduce the impact of landslides on lives and property in the United States. The bill emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to address landslide hazards and highlights the need for continued investment in research, monitoring, and mitigation efforts.