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Flood Resiliency and Taxpayer Savings Act 2021

This act aims to protect taxpayer money and strengthen the nation's resilience against floods. It requires federal agencies to assess flood risks for federally funded projects, preventing losses and ensuring investments are flood-resistant. This will reduce the need for disaster recovery funds and maintain essential services during floods.
Key points
All federally funded projects must be evaluated for flood risk throughout their lifespan.
Agencies must consider future conditions, like climate change and sea level rise, when planning projects.
Critical projects (e.g., hospitals, roads) will require higher flood resilience standards to ensure service continuity.
Investing in flood protection solutions is expected to save money in the future by reducing disaster recovery costs.
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Print number: 117_HR_481
Sponsor: Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4]
Process start date: 2021-01-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Flood Resiliency and Taxpayer Savings Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_481.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All federally funded projects must be evaluated for flood risk throughout their lifespan.
  • Agencies must consider future conditions, like climate change and sea level rise, when planning projects.
  • Critical projects (e.g., hospitals, roads) will require higher flood resilience standards to ensure service continuity.
  • Investing in flood protection solutions is expected to save money in the future by reducing disaster recovery costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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