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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a flood mitigation and preparedness program. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Flood Mitigation and Preparedness Fund in Massachusetts to provide grants or loans to local governments for projects that mitigate flood risks, such as elevating utilities or buildings. The fund will be administered by the Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs and can also be used to cover administrative costs and fund outreach and education activities related to flood mitigation programs. Eligible recipients include homeowners with properties classified as "Severe Repetitive Losses" or "Repetitive Losses" under the National Flood Insurance Program, as well as communities that participate in the NFIP and have approved hazard mitigation plans. The bill also creates a Flood Mitigation and Preparedness Review Board to oversee the application and approval process for funding.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5041 (on 08/29/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H955 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H955.pdf |
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