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New Flood Risk Management Standards for Federal Projects

This act introduces new, higher standards for the construction and management of federally funded projects to better protect them from floods. Its aim is to reduce losses and enhance citizen safety, especially in flood-prone areas, by considering future climate changes.
Key points
All new federal projects, such as buildings and infrastructure, will need to be constructed at higher elevations to be more resilient to floods.
Government agencies will be required to more thoroughly assess flood risks before undertaking any actions in floodplains and seek alternative solutions.
Citizens and local authorities will be informed about planned projects in flood-prone areas, allowing for early feedback.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1688
Sponsor: Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]
Process start date: 2021-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Flood Risk Management Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1688.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All new federal projects, such as buildings and infrastructure, will need to be constructed at higher elevations to be more resilient to floods.
  • Government agencies will be required to more thoroughly assess flood risks before undertaking any actions in floodplains and seek alternative solutions.
  • Citizens and local authorities will be informed about planned projects in flood-prone areas, allowing for early feedback.
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 Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Public Investments Real Estate