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Sinkhole Risk Mapping: Public Safety and Land Planning Program.

This bill establishes a program under the U.S. Geological Survey to map areas highly susceptible to sinkhole formation. The goal is to study the causes of sinkholes (like droughts or extreme storms) and provide public risk maps. This information will help citizens, planners, and emergency managers make safer decisions regarding construction and crisis management, enhancing property safety.
Key points
The government will create public maps identifying high-risk sinkhole zones, enhancing property safety awareness for citizens.
Risk information will be displayed on a public website, aiding in construction planning and insurance decisions.
The program is authorized $40 million annually from fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for research and mapping.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2855
Sponsor: Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2855.

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 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will create public maps identifying high-risk sinkhole zones, enhancing property safety awareness for citizens.
  • Risk information will be displayed on a public website, aiding in construction planning and insurance decisions.
  • The program is authorized $40 million annually from fiscal years 2024 through 2028 for research and mapping.
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. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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.

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Environment Real Estate Security