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Flood Prevention Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 7:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5784

Bill 117 hr 5784, also known as the Flood Prevention Act of 2021, aims to address the increasing threat of flooding in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to prevent and mitigate the impact of floods on communities across the country.

Key provisions of the bill include funding for infrastructure projects such as levees, dams, and flood walls to protect against flooding. It also includes provisions for improving flood mapping and forecasting capabilities to better predict and prepare for potential flood events.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote natural flood management techniques, such as wetland restoration and green infrastructure, to help absorb and slow the flow of floodwaters. It also includes provisions for increasing funding for flood insurance programs to ensure that individuals and communities are adequately protected in the event of a flood. Overall, the Flood Prevention Act of 2021 aims to improve the nation's resilience to flooding and reduce the economic and human costs associated with these natural disasters. It represents a bipartisan effort to address a critical issue facing communities across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 5784

Flood Prevention Act of 2021

This bill makes the District of Columbia eligible to receive federal coastal zone management funding, including flood mitigation and prevention funds.

Current Status of Bill HR 5784

Bill HR 5784 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 28, 2021. Bill HR 5784 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 28, 2021.  Bill HR 5784's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. as of November 4, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5784

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5784

Primary Policy Focus

Water Resources Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5784

Flood Prevention Act of 2021
Flood Prevention Act of 2021
To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the District of Columbia to receive Federal funding under such Act, and for other purposes.

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