WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 1403

Dam Safety, Flood Prevention, and Protection Assistance Fund; percentage of funds available.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Amy Laufer

HB 1403 adjusts fund distribution percentages for Virginia's dam safety and flood prevention program, affecting how state resources address infrastructure maintenance, prevention, and disaster assistance.

Left in Finance and Appropriations
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 1403

Legislative bill overview

HB 1403 modifies Virginia's Dam Safety, Flood Prevention, and Protection Assistance Fund by adjusting the percentage of available funds that can be distributed for specific purposes. The bill has undergone committee substitution and amendment, indicating substantive revisions to its original language during the legislative process.

Why is this important

Dam safety and flood prevention directly affect public safety and property protection for Virginia residents, particularly those in flood-prone areas. How funds are allocated determines which projects receive resources—whether emphasis falls on infrastructure repairs, emergency response, prevention measures, or community assistance following flooding events.

Potential points of contention

  • Fund allocation priorities: Disagreement over whether percentages should prioritize maintenance of existing dams versus new prevention projects versus disaster relief
  • Local vs. state control: Questions about whether local governments or state agencies should control how funds are distributed in their regions
  • Budget constraints: The percentage reallocation may reduce funding for certain purposes while increasing it for others, creating winners and losers among different stakeholder groups

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.