HR7264Referred to Committee

Restoring America’s Floodplains Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-27
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Mark B. Messmer
Mark B. Messmer
Republican · IN · Representative
Votes with party: 99.2% (595 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (1)

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.

2026-03-20

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Plain-English Summary

This bill would likely work to restore and protect America's natural floodplains—the areas that naturally flood along rivers and streams—by removing barriers, replanting native vegetation, and reconnecting waterways to their surrounding lands. Restoring floodplains helps reduce flooding damage to farms and communities, improves water quality, and creates better habitats for fish and wildlife. The changes would primarily affect farmers, landowners, and communities in flood-prone areas, along with environmental conservation efforts.

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Agriculture and Food
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