Bill > HR81

This resolution urges the United States Congress and the United States Army Corps of Engineers to help Kentucky prevent and mitigate flood damage following severe thunderstorms that began on February 14, 2025, which caused extensive destruction across the state. The resolution highlights the significant impact of the floods, including 22 fatalities, over 400 storm recovery requests, and widespread damage to homes, businesses, schools, roads, bridges, and water systems. Specifically, the resolution calls on the Army Corps of Engineers to assist with and permit dredging of rivers and creeks in eastern Kentucky to reduce future flood risks, and it asks Congress to introduce legislation that provides disaster relief funding and removes regulatory barriers to dredging. The resolution emphasizes that dredged materials can be beneficial to landowners, such as for creating trails or gravel roads, and demonstrates the General Assembly's commitment to emergency preparedness and disaster mitigation. To ensure action, the resolution directs the House Clerk to send copies of the resolution to key federal officials, including the Army Corps of Engineers' Louisville District Commander, congressional leadership, and Kentucky's congressional delegation.