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Flood Prevention and Restoration: New Rules for Agriculture and Infrastructure

This act aims to better protect agricultural areas and communities from floods. It introduces changes that allow for more comprehensive post-flood restoration and increase financial support for repairing key flood control infrastructure. This means citizens can expect greater safety and faster assistance in the event of flood threats.
Key points
Increased support for post-flood restoration: Broader repair efforts are now possible to better protect areas from future flooding.
Agricultural flood risk study: A report will be created to assess the impact of floods on crops and livestock, aiding better protection planning.
Greater funding for infrastructure repair: Increased federal share in the costs of repairing flood control structures, especially in limited resource areas.
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Print number: 118_HR_5250
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1]
Process start date: 2023-08-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Flooding Prevention, Assessment, and Restoration Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5250.

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 2023-08-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased support for post-flood restoration: Broader repair efforts are now possible to better protect areas from future flooding.
  • Agricultural flood risk study: A report will be created to assess the impact of floods on crops and livestock, aiding better protection planning.
  • Greater funding for infrastructure repair: Increased federal share in the costs of repairing flood control structures, especially in limited resource areas.
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. Davis, Donald G. [D-NC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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