Sinkhole Mapping Act of 2025
Sponsored By: Representative Soto
Passed House
Summary
Creates a USGS program to study sinkhole causes and produce public, high-resolution maps of areas at elevated sinkhole risk. The maps would use 3D elevation data and be aimed at helping community planners and emergency managers prepare for shifting water conditions and extreme weather.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
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Public maps of sinkhole risk
If enacted, USGS would create a program to spot sinkhole hazards and study causes like storms, droughts, and aquifer loss. It would map areas at higher risk using 3D elevation data. The maps would be posted on a public website for planners, emergency managers, and property owners. USGS would review the maps at least once every five years and update as needed. The program would start only if Congress provides funding.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Soto
FL • D
Cosponsors
Bilirakis
FL • R
Sponsored 1/31/2025
Rep. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10]
FL • D
Sponsored 1/31/2025
Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
FL • D
Sponsored 1/31/2025
Wilson (FL)
FL • D
Sponsored 1/31/2025
Costa
CA • D
Sponsored 2/12/2025
Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9]
CA • D
Sponsored 2/21/2025
Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]
PA • R
Sponsored 3/14/2025
Rep. Bell, Wesley [D-MO-1]
MO • D
Sponsored 4/29/2025
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