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Urban Flood Mapping and Homeowner Empowerment Pilot Program

This act establishes a pilot program to help cities better map urban flood risks. Homeowners and businesses will gain access to more precise flood risk information, enabling them to better prepare and protect their properties. The goal is to reduce damages and costs associated with urban flooding.
Key points
Improved Flood Maps: New, easy-to-understand maps will be created showing urban flood risk for specific buildings.
Access to Information: Flood risk data will be publicly available online, allowing citizens to assess threats to their properties.
Support for Cities: Selected cities will receive grants to develop mapping technologies and flood prevention programs.
Damage Protection: The aim is to reduce financial losses and safety hazards from urban flooding.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1581
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-05-12