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US HB900
Bill
Status
Engrossed
7/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Darren Soto
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AI Summary
- USGS Director must establish a program to study short-term and long-term sinkhole formation mechanisms, including extreme storms, prolonged droughts, aquifer depletion, and major water use changes
- Program requires development of maps depicting zones at greater risk of sinkhole formation, utilizing 3D elevation data collected under the National Landslide Preparedness Act
- Maps must be reviewed and assessed for updates at least once every 5 years
- USGS must create and maintain a public website displaying the sinkhole risk maps and related information for community planners and emergency managers
- Implementation is subject to availability of appropriations made in advance for the program
Legislative Description
Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2025
Emergency management
Last Action
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
7/15/2025
Committee Referrals
Energy And Natural Resources7/15/2025
Natural Resources1/31/2025
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