H.467 is a bill introduced by Representatives Waszazak and Galfetti that aims to enhance flood response and resilience in rural and flood-prone municipalities in Vermont. The bill mandates the Agency of Transportation to allocate funding for upgrading critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, culverts, and emergency access routes. Additionally, it requires the Agency to design and implement improvements to stormwater management systems, including the installation of larger culverts and reinforced drainage systems to better handle severe weather events.

Furthermore, the bill calls for the development of a statewide asset management system to monitor the availability of flood response equipment, trained personnel, and critical resource locations. It also proposes the procurement of State-funded regional fleets of vacuum trucks and heavy-duty equipment to aid municipalities in debris removal and maintenance of flood mitigation systems. Lastly, the bill emphasizes the need for improved transparency and communication regarding the Agency's prioritization of flood recovery and infrastructure projects.