To amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to ensure community accountability for areas repeatedly damaged by floods, and for other purposes.
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Summary
What This Bill Does
The bill creates community accountability for repeatedly flooded areas Section 1361 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. It relies on definition changes, appropriations, grants, and reporting requirements. The main policy areas are Environmental Groups, Criminal Justice, Environment, and Finance.
Who Benefits and How
Foreign businesses and cross-border trade participants affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities, Financial services firms and customers affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities, and Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill could gain revenue opportunities.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause would take on compliance duties.
Key Provisions
- Creates community accountability for repeatedly flooded areas Section 1361 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C.
Evidence Chain:
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At a Glance
What This Bill Does
The bill creates community accountability for repeatedly flooded areas Section 1361 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C.
Key Policy Areas
Environmental Groups, Criminal Justice, Environment, Finance
Primary Purpose
The bill creates community accountability for repeatedly flooded areas Section 1361 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C.
Policy Domains
Whole bill
Identified Gains
- Foreign businesses and cross-border trade participants affected by the bill
- Financial services firms and customers affected by the bill
- Environmental and public health interests affected by the bill
- Disaster response agencies and disaster-affected communities
Identified Costs
- Federal, state, or local agencies responsible for implementing the clause
Sponsors
Tim Scott
R-SC | Primary Sponsor
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Scott of South Carolina (for himself and Mr. Schatz) …
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