HR 2855 United States House · 118th Congress

Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2023

The Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2023 directs the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to study causes of sinkholes - such as extreme weather, drought, and water management changes - and create maps identifying areas at high risk of sinkhole formation. These maps will be updated every five years and made publicly available on a dedicated USGS website for use by community planners and emergency managers. The bill authorizes $40 million annually (2024-2028) to fund this mapping program and related research. It directly affects local governments and emergency response teams by providing data to inform land-use decisions and disaster preparedness.

Issues: ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

Sub-Topics: Natural Disasters

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Apr 2023

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Introduced Apr 25, 2023 Last action Oct 25, 2023

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Oct 25, 2023

Lower · Passed

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Oct 24, 2023

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

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Apr 25, 2023

Committee

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

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Apr 25, 2023

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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors