Congress·In Committee·H.R. 4188
VA Flood Preparedness Act
VA Flood Preparedness: Protecting Hospitals from Flooding
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by a subcommittee. It was recently sent to the House Committee on Veterans Affairs for further study. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Passage Likelihood
Legislative Progress
House
Key Points
- This bill allows the Department of Veterans Affairs to give money to local governments for flood control projects. This funding would be used for land right next to VA hospitals and clinics to keep them from being damaged by water.
- The plan specifically mentions protecting these medical centers from rising sea levels. This is important for VA facilities located in coastal areas that face more frequent storms and higher tides.
- The VA would have two years to study every one of its medical buildings across the country. They must report back to Congress on which locations are at risk of flooding and if they need more money to fix the problems.
- By working with local towns and cities, the VA can help build better drainage or sea walls that protect both the hospital and the surrounding neighborhood. This helps ensure veterans can still get care even during bad weather.
Milestones
3 milestones3 actions
Jun 28, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Jun 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Jun 26, 2025
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
VA Flood Preparedness Act
Bill NumberHR 4188
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Data Sources
Sponsor
Cosponsors
(1)D: 1
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