Dam Safety Program Reauthorization: Funding Extended, Exceptions for Vulnerable Communities
This act extends federal funding authorization for the National Dam Safety Program through fiscal year 2028, focusing on high-hazard potential dams. It mandates that assistance recipients demonstrate floodplain management and evacuation plans are in place or will be developed. Additionally, it defines small disadvantaged communities and waives certain statutory requirements for projects benefiting these communities.
Key points
Federal funding authorization for dam safety is extended through fiscal year 2028.
Small, disadvantaged communities are defined and exempt from specific requirements applicable to other projects.
New requirement for assistance recipients to demonstrate the existence or development of floodplain management and evacuation plans.
Dam owners must provide assurance that they will carry out a maintenance plan for the expected life of the dam.
Status:
Expired
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