Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7264

Floodplain Restoration: New Management Rules for Farmers and Landowners

Restoring America’s Floodplains Act

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This bill gives the Department of Agriculture more authority to fix and maintain floodplains. These are low-lying areas near rivers that naturally soak up extra water during heavy rains to prevent flooding in nearby communities.
The government would be able to plant native trees and plants, fix how water flows through the land, and monitor these areas over time to make sure they stay healthy and functional.
Landowners who have these protected areas on their property could still use the land for certain activities. This includes things like hunting, fishing, cutting timber, or letting livestock graze, as long as those activities do not damage the environment.
The Department of Agriculture would be allowed to sign deals with state governments, Native American Tribes, and private groups to help manage and restore these lands.
Instead of just fixing immediate damage after a storm, the government could spend money to make the land even stronger for the future. This is meant to stop the same areas from being damaged over and over again by repetitive flooding.

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Jan 27, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

Jan 27, 2026

Introduced in House

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House Agriculture panel releases Farm Bill text and sets markup

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Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Feb 13 — Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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Restoring America’s Floodplains Act

Bill NumberHR 7264

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Agriculture.

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