H 980
An Act establishing a flood mitigation and preparedness program
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Bill overview
This bill creates a program to improve flood mitigation and preparedness efforts in Massachusetts. The program aims to reduce the risk and impact of flooding events through various strategies. It will likely involve planning, infrastructure improvements, and community engagement to better protect residents and property. The specific details of the program’s implementation will be determined through the established framework.
Key provisions
- Establishment of a flood mitigation and preparedness program.
- Development of a statewide flood risk assessment.
- Funding for infrastructure improvements to reduce flood damage.
- Support for community-based flood preparedness initiatives.
- Coordination among state agencies and local governments.
- Creation of a public awareness campaign on flood risks and safety.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Property owners in flood-prone areas
- State and local government agencies
- Emergency management organizations
Notable changes
- The bill outlines the creation of a dedicated program, suggesting a shift from ad-hoc responses to a more structured approach to flood management.
- It mandates a statewide flood risk assessment, indicating a data-driven strategy.
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Primary sponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
Cosponsor
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Bill H.980 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a flood mitigation and preparedness program
By Representative Kearney of Scituate, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 980) of Patrick Joseph Kearney for legislation to establish a flood mitigation and preparedness program. Environment and Natural Resources.
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Presenter: Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.980
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Environment and Natural Resources |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/21/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 8/28/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 31, 2025 |
| 2/26/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5149 |
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