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Modification of flood protection and infrastructure resilience programs

The Act modifies U.S. Department of Agriculture programs to improve flood protection and infrastructure resiliency. It authorizes Emergency Watershed Program measures that exceed immediate repair needs to ensure long-term watershed health. Additionally, the Act allows for up to 90% federal cost-share for rehabilitation projects in limited resource areas and expands the Regional Conservation Partnership Program purposes to explicitly include flood and drought mitigation.
Key points
Post-Flood Restoration: Emergency Watershed Programs can now undertake measures beyond immediate repair to ensure long-term watershed health and protection.
Support for Limited Resource Areas: The Secretary may contribute up to 90% of rehabilitation costs for structural measures in these areas (up from the standard 65%).
Resilience Priority: The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) purposes are expanded to include the prevention and mitigation of flooding and drought.
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Print number: 119_S_3140
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2025-11-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Flood Protection and Infrastructure Resilience Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3140.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Post-Flood Restoration: Emergency Watershed Programs can now undertake measures beyond immediate repair to ensure long-term watershed health and protection.
  • Support for Limited Resource Areas: The Secretary may contribute up to 90% of rehabilitation costs for structural measures in these areas (up from the standard 65%).
  • Resilience Priority: The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) purposes are expanded to include the prevention and mitigation of flooding and drought.
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 Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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Environment Public Investments Agriculture