HR7264Referred to Committee
Restoring America’s Floodplains Act
Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber4
Passed Both5
Signed into Law119th
Congress
2026-01-27
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
ⓘType
Sponsor
Mark B. Messmer
Republican · IN · Representative
Votes with party: 99.1% (546 recorded votes)
Full profile: /officials/M001233
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Cosponsors (1)
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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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Subjects
Agriculture and Food
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