National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization Act of 2025

# National Landslide Preparedness Act Reauthorization Act of 2025 — Summary **What It Does:** This bill reauthorizes and extends the National Landslide Preparedness Act, a federal program that helps communities prepare for and respond to landslides. The legislation funds research, monitoring systems, and mapping efforts to better understand landslide hazards across the country. It also supports coordination between federal agencies, states, and local governments to improve early warning systems and public safety measures in areas at risk. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily benefits communities in landslide-prone areas, including parts of Alaska, Hawaii, and mountainous or coastal regions throughout the U.S.

It affects state and local governments that work on disaster preparedness, emergency management agencies, and scientific institutions involved in geological research and mapping. **Current Status:** The bill has passed the Senate and is now awaiting consideration in the House of Representatives. It was introduced by Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and covers funding for programs related to atmospheric science, geographic mapping, intergovernmental coordination, and disaster preparedness.