Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2019

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Explore the details of House Bill 496 Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2019 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

11/1/2022, 2:02 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 496

Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2019

This bill directs the United States Geological Survey (USGS) to establish a program to

study the short-term and long-term mechanisms that cause sinkholes, including extreme storm events, prolonged droughts causing shifts in water management practices, aquifer depletion, and other major changes in water use; and
develop maps depicting the zones that are at greater risk of forming sinkholes.

The USGS must establish a public website that displays such maps and other relevant information critical for use by community planners and emergency managers.

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Current Status of Bill HR 496

Bill HR 496 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2019. Bill HR 496 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2019. Bill HR 496's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 341. as of June 4, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 496

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 496

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Earth sciences

- Emergency planning and evacuation

- Geography and mapping

- Government information and archives

- Government studies and investigations

- Natural disasters

- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 496

Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2019

To direct the Director of the United States Geological Survey to establish a program to map zones that are at greater risk of sinkhole formation, and for other purposes.

Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2019