Bill Summary
The "District of Columbia Flood Prevention Act of 2025" seeks to amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to enable the District of Columbia to qualify for federal funding under this legislation. Currently, the Act specifies certain eligible entities for funding, and this amendment will explicitly include the District of Columbia among them. This change is intended to support flood prevention efforts and coastal management initiatives in D.C., thereby enhancing the city's resilience to flooding and related environmental challenges.
Possible Impacts
The proposed "District of Columbia Flood Prevention Act of 2025" could have several implications for people, particularly residents of the District of Columbia and surrounding areas. Here are three examples:
1. **Increased Funding for Flood Prevention Initiatives**: By allowing the District of Columbia to receive federal funding under the Coastal Zone Management Act, the legislation could lead to the development and implementation of new flood prevention projects. This could include the construction of flood barriers, improved drainage systems, and enhanced green infrastructure. Residents would benefit from reduced flood risks, potentially lowering property damage and increasing safety during heavy rainfall or storm events.
2. **Economic Growth and Job Creation**: The influx of federal funding for flood management could stimulate local economies by creating jobs in construction, engineering, and environmental management. This would not only provide employment opportunities for residents but also support local businesses supplying materials and services for flood prevention projects. Improved infrastructure could also attract new businesses to the area, further boosting economic growth.
3. **Enhanced Environmental Protection**: With the district's eligibility for federal funding, there may be an increased focus on sustainable practices in managing coastal and flood-prone areas. This could lead to initiatives that protect ecosystems, such as wetlands and shorelines, which play a critical role in absorbing storm surges and reducing flooding. Residents could experience improved environmental quality, including cleaner waterways and healthier natural habitats, contributing to a better quality of life in the District of Columbia.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 5920 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 5920
To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the District
of Columbia to receive Federal funding under such Act, and for other
purposes.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
November 4, 2025
Ms. Norton introduced the following bill; which was referred to the
Committee on Natural Resources
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A BILL
To amend the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 to allow the District
of Columbia to receive Federal funding under such Act, and for other
purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the ``District of Columbia Flood
Prevention Act of 2025''.
SEC. 2. ELIGIBILITY OF DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA FOR FEDERAL FUNDING UNDER
COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF 1972.
Section 304(4) of the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16
U.S.C. 1453(4)) is amended by inserting ``the District of Columbia,''
after ``the term also includes''.
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