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A bill to establish a Federal standard in order to improve the Nation's resilience to current and future flood risk.

1/14/2025, 6:20 PM

Summary of Bill S 5561

Bill 118 s 5561, also known as the "Federal Flood Resilience Act," aims to create a national standard to enhance the United States' ability to withstand and recover from flood-related disasters. The bill recognizes the increasing frequency and severity of flooding events across the country and seeks to address this growing threat.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a Federal Flood Resilience Standard, which would require all federally funded projects to meet certain criteria to reduce flood risk. This standard would apply to infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and buildings, as well as to federal facilities and properties.

Additionally, the bill calls for the development of guidelines and best practices for improving flood resilience, as well as the creation of a Federal Flood Resilience Task Force to coordinate efforts across federal agencies. The task force would be responsible for identifying and addressing gaps in current flood risk management practices and recommending strategies to enhance resilience. Overall, the Federal Flood Resilience Act aims to improve the nation's ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from flooding events, ultimately reducing the economic and human costs associated with these disasters. By establishing a national standard and promoting collaboration among federal agencies, the bill seeks to build a more resilient and sustainable future for communities across the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 5561

Bill S 5561 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 17, 2024. Bill S 5561 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 17, 2024.  Bill S 5561's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5561

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
4
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 S 5561

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5561

A bill to establish a Federal standard in order to improve the Nation's resilience to current and future flood risk.
A bill to establish a Federal standard in order to improve the Nation's resilience to current and future flood risk.

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