Farmers Lifeline Options for Overcoming Disasters (FLOOD) Act
A bill to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to add the emergency watershed program as a covered program for purposes of carrying out the regional conservation partnership program, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to make changes to the Food Security Act of 1985 by including the emergency watershed program as part of the regional conservation partnership program. This would help support projects that protect land and water resources, particularly in areas that have experienced natural disasters.
The bill would affect farmers, landowners, and local communities by providing them with more tools and funding to protect and restore their land after emergencies like floods or wildfires. By integrating the emergency watershed program, it aims to boost conservation efforts and help communities recover more quickly from natural disasters.
As of July 23, 2026, the bill has been introduced and referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry for further review. This means it is in the early stages of the legislative process, and more steps are needed before it can become law.
