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Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7836

Bill 117 HR 7836, also known as the Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022, aims to provide assistance to communities that are frequently affected by flooding. The bill recognizes that these communities face unique challenges and need support in planning for and mitigating the impacts of flooding.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for communities to develop and implement flood mitigation plans. These plans would focus on strategies to reduce the risk of flooding, protect infrastructure, and improve community resilience.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a task force to study the impacts of flooding on repeatedly flooded communities and make recommendations for future action. The task force would be composed of experts in flood management, community planning, and environmental conservation. Overall, the Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022 seeks to address the challenges faced by communities that are disproportionately affected by flooding and provide them with the resources and support needed to better prepare for and respond to future flood events.

Congressional Summary of HR 7836

Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022

This bill requires communities that participate in the National Flood Insurance Program to develop a plan for mitigating flood risks to repeatedly damaged areas. The Federal Emergency Management Agency may provide assistance to these communities in the form of information sharing, financial assistance, and technical assistance.

Current Status of Bill HR 7836

Bill HR 7836 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2022. Bill HR 7836 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2022.  Bill HR 7836's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of May 19, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7836

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7836

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7836

Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022
Repeatedly Flooded Communities Planning Assistance Act of 2022
To amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to facilitate community action to address repetitively flooded areas, and for other purposes.

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