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Safer Infrastructure: New Standards for Building Resilience Against Extreme Weather.

This law allocates funds for scientific research aimed at creating new, improved engineering and building standards. The goal is to ensure that roads, utilities, and residential buildings are more resilient to the effects of climate change, such as floods, droughts, or land subsidence. This means greater safety and a lower risk of disruption to essential services in the future.
Key points
Supports research into the impact of extreme weather on subsurface infrastructure (foundations, pipes, cables) and soil properties.
Development of new design standards and building codes that account for multiple hazards simultaneously (e.g., earthquakes and floods).
Requires a workshop with experts and the construction industry to establish a framework for designing disaster-resilient infrastructure.
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Print number: 118_HR_9771
Sponsor: Rep. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4]
Process start date: 2024-09-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BUILT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9771.

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 2024-09-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supports research into the impact of extreme weather on subsurface infrastructure (foundations, pipes, cables) and soil properties.
  • Development of new design standards and building codes that account for multiple hazards simultaneously (e.g., earthquakes and floods).
  • Requires a workshop with experts and the construction industry to establish a framework for designing disaster-resilient infrastructure.
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. McClellan, Jennifer L. [D-VA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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