Fix Our Flooded Basements Act of 2025
United States119th CongressHR-4774House of Representatives
Updated: Jul 26, 2025
Summary
This bill aims to significantly expand and clarify federal disaster assistance for properties with flood-damaged basements under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. It ensures that assistance for repairs is not restricted to rooms required for occupancy and covers all mold, mildew, and moisture damage, regardless of its immediate impact on safety or functionality. The legislation mandates that personal property assistance for basements must be at least equivalent to the coverage provided by the Standard Flood Insurance Policy for items located below the lowest floor, covering all damaged building and personal property. It also requires the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to revise regulations within six months to broaden eligibility for the Group Flood Insurance Policy . These revisions will allow applicants with prior flood insurance requirements and those residing outside special flood hazard areas to qualify for the Group Flood Insurance Policy. The policy's coverage will be expanded to match the maximum available under the Standard Flood Insurance Policy, specifically including real and personal property components, contents, and mold, mildew, and moisture damage in basements. Additionally, the bill excludes expenses for eligible hazard mitigation measures and premiums for the Group Flood Insurance Policy from the maximum financial assistance amounts provided under the Stafford Act.
Bill texts
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Timeline
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3625)
Introduced in House
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
House of Representatives
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
House of Representatives