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Floodplain Restoration: Fee Waivers and Rules for Ecosystem Projects.

This law aims to accelerate and simplify ecosystem restoration projects in floodplains by amending flood insurance regulations. It exempts these projects from fees associated with changing flood insurance rate maps and allows minor increases in base flood elevations, provided existing insured structures and critical infrastructure remain safe. This encourages natural flood defense improvements, potentially benefiting community safety and long-term property protection.
Key points
Ecosystem restoration projects are exempt from paying fees when requesting changes to official flood insurance rate maps.
Communities can approve restoration projects that slightly increase flood levels (up to 1 foot), but only if no existing insured homes or critical infrastructure are negatively impacted.
The goal is to speed up natural flood protection efforts, which can enhance community resilience and potentially stabilize long-term flood insurance costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6256
Sponsor: Rep. Downing, Troy [R-MT-2]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Floodplain Enhancement and Recovery Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6256.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ecosystem restoration projects are exempt from paying fees when requesting changes to official flood insurance rate maps.
  • Communities can approve restoration projects that slightly increase flood levels (up to 1 foot), but only if no existing insured homes or critical infrastructure are negatively impacted.
  • The goal is to speed up natural flood protection efforts, which can enhance community resilience and potentially stabilize long-term flood insurance costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Downing, Troy [R-MT-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Environment Real Estate