SR 20 (LSB 2811XS (2) 88)

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 20

BY  SHIPLEY, ROZENBOOM, KAPUCIAN, and ZUMBACH

A Resolution urging an investigation and review of the actions of the Army Corps of Engineers related to flood control in Western Iowa and a request that the Army Corps of Engineers be required to return to its primary mission of flood control. 

   WHEREAS, the State of Iowa has experienced tragedy after tragedy related to flooding on the western side of the state; and
   WHEREAS, the State of Iowa has experienced financial hardship time and time again resulting from flooding on the western side of the state; and
   WHEREAS, Iowans have dealt with flood-related catastrophes due to irresponsible management by the Army Corps of Engineers; and
   WHEREAS, individuals have suffered loss of treasure and livelihood due to mismanagement of our natural resources; and
   WHEREAS, the federal district court ruled in March 2018 that the Army Corps of Engineers has not followed the direction of its original mission of flood control; NOW THEREFORE,

   BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That the Senate hereby strongly encourages our federal delegation of elected officials to pursue an investigation and a complete review of the activities, including a review of the rules and regulations related to flood control, of the Army Corps of Engineers; and

   BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Army Corps of Engineers be required to return to its primary mission of flood control and be held accountable for the results of its actions to those individuals and states affected.