Doug LaMalfa

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This bill would make it easier for farmers to get flood insurance for their barns and other farm buildings, even if they don't meet strict elevation rules. It would also let owners of homes and businesses buy one flood insurance policy to cover all their buildings on the same property. This means more flexible insurance options for many property owners.

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This bill would require the Department of the Interior to accept Tribal appraisals for acquiring trust lands on or near their reservations, if the Tribe has a self-governance program. This change would streamline the process, making it faster for Tribes to add land for housing or economic development. Currently, the Department of the Interior usually requires its own appraisals.

This bill would make certain payments for wildfire losses tax-free for individuals. People who receive money to cover expenses, damages, or lost wages from federally declared wildfires would not have to include it in their taxable income. This change would apply to payments received after December 31, 2025, and before January 1, 2033.

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This bill would end the 12% federal retail excise tax on new heavy trucks, tractors, and trailers. This tax currently adds thousands of dollars to the cost of these vehicles. This makes it harder for businesses and truck owners to buy newer, more fuel-efficient, and safer models. While this change would make new trucks more affordable and encourage upgrades, it would also remove a source of money for the Highway Trust Fund.

This bill would set aside about 583 acres of federal land in California for the Pit River Tribe. This land would be held in trust by the U.S. government for the Tribe's benefit and become part of their Reservation. However, the Tribe would not be able to use this specific land for gambling.