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| 109-hr-6378 | 109 | hr | 6378 | September 11th Lessons Learned in Preventing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Implementation Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-12-06 | 2006-12-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3] | AL | R | R000575 | 10 | September 11th Lessons Learned in Preventing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Implementation Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure that: (1) all Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies that administer federal emergency assistance maintain internal management controls to detect, prevent, and deter waste, fraud, and abuse; and (2) databases used by DHS to collect information on eligible recipients are integrated with disbursement and payment records to identify ineligible applications. Requires: (1) the DHS Inspector General to review relevant databases to assess the implementation of internal controls; (2) the Secretary to biennially certify that such controls are in place; (3) entities receiving assistance to periodically report to the disbursing federal agency; (4) the Secretary to implement a waste, fraud, and abuse detection and prevention training program; (5) agencies disbursing assistance to attempt to confirm the applicant's identity and eligibility; and (6) the Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator to collect, verify, and maintain information regarding applicant eligibility for loans to recover from an emergency. Directs the Secretary to: (1) require contractors to submit information on performance before awarding, renewing, or extending a contract; and (2) maintain a database of small business entities for federal emergency-related contracting. Establishes within the Office of Inspector General the position of Deputy Inspector General for Response and Recovery to conduct audits and investigations and to establish a Fraud Task Force. Requires departmental entity heads to maintain budgetary procedures to distinguish funds related to response and relief efforts from other agency funds. | 2022-02-03T05:30:12Z | |
| 109-s-4090 | 109 | s | 4090 | A bill to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to reimburse State and local law enforcement agencies for any expenditures or compensation of personnel and use or consumption of materials and facilities, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-12-06 | 2006-12-06 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] | LA | D | L000550 | 0 | Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to reimburse the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) for payments made to state or local law enforcement agencies for expenditures for personnel, materials, and facilities in an area in which the President declared a major disaster. Replaces references to the Director of FEMA with references to the Administrator. | 2018-02-04T01:55:11Z | |
| 109-hr-6339 | 109 | hr | 6339 | Homeland Security Community Mobilization Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Owens, Major R. [D-NY-11] | NY | D | O000159 | 0 | Homeland Security Community Mobilization Act of 2006 - Establishes the Homeland Security Community Mobilization Program, under which the Secretary of Health and Human Services shall make grants to local entities in 10 metropolitan areas (including New Orleans, Louisiana) to carry out pilot projects that provide: (1) emergency response training to prepare low-income adults and youth to provide emergency assistance in metropolitan areas during disasters; (2) job training and financial assistance to families with children in school, awarding priority to families with incomes under the poverty line; (3) community education and school support; (4) juvenile delinquency prevention programs and youth counseling; (5) entrepreneurial business development training for youth; and (6) family health care information and solutions. | 2020-02-14T19:14:24Z | |
| 109-hr-6347 | 109 | hr | 6347 | To provide for the protection of health and safety during certain disasters. | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. | House | Rep. Barton, Joe [R-TX-6] | TX | R | B000213 | 0 | Authorizes the President (acting through the Secretary of Health and Human Substances), upon determining that a substance of concern has been released in an area declared to be a disaster area and has disrupted the transportation system of the United States, to carry out a program for the coordination, protection, assessment, monitoring and study of the health and safety of responding or affected individuals with high exposure levels. Requires that such a program: (1) apply to workers or volunteers, clean up workers, residents of the area, and persons who are employed in or who attend school in the area; (2) ensure that such individuals are informed about and protected against potential health impacts of any such substance in a timely manner, are monitored and studied for any health impacts, and receive health care referrals; and (3) ensure that information from any such monitoring and studies is used to prevent or protect against similar health impacts. Requires the President to take appropriate measures to protect the privacy of any participant in a registry or study. Gives priority in any registry or study to the protection, monitoring, and study of the heath and safety of individuals with the highest level of exposure to a substance of concern. Allows the President to carry out such a program through a cooperative agreement with a medical institution. Requires the Secretary, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to jointly enter into a contract with the National Academy of Sciences to study disaster area health and environmental protection and monitoring. | 2019-11-15T21:17:36Z | |
| 109-hr-6348 | 109 | hr | 6348 | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide for enhanced security of chemical facilities, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. | House | Rep. Barton, Joe [R-TX-6] | TX | R | B000213 | 0 | Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue interim final regulations establishing risk-based performance standards for the security of high-risk chemical facilities and requiring vulnerability assessments and the development and implementation of site security plans for such facilities. Directs the Secretary to: (1) review and approve each vulnerability assessment and site security plan required by this Act; (2) audit and inspect chemical facilities to determine compliance with such regulations; (3) provide the owner or operator of a facility not in compliance with written notification and opportunity for consultation; and (4) issue an order to comply by an appropriate date. Authorizes the Secretary to issue an order for the facility to cease operation until the owner or operator complies. Sets forth provisions regarding: (1) the protection of vulnerability or security information under this Act from public disclosure; and (2) civil penalties for violation of an order issued under this Act. | 2019-11-15T21:17:36Z | |
| 109-hr-6349 | 109 | hr | 6349 | 21st Century Emergency Communications Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Barton, Joe [R-TX-6] | TX | R | B000213 | 0 | 21st Century Emergency Communications Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) an Office of Emergency Communications. Includes among the Office Director's responsibilities: (1) assisting in developing and implementing the program to enhance public safety interoperable communications at all levels of government; (2) administering DHS's authorities relating to the SAFECOM Program and the Integrated Wireless Network program; (3) promoting the development of standard operating procedures and best practices with respect to use of interoperable emergency communications capabilities for incident response; (4) establishing requirements for such capabilities for all public safety radio and data communications systems and equipment purchased using homeland security assistance; and (5) promoting the ability of emergency response providers and relevant government officials to continue to communicate in disasters. Requires the Secretary, through the Director, to: (1) develop and update a National Emergency Communications Plan; (2) assess the range of emergency communications capabilities needed; (3) report biennially on DHS progress in achieving stated goals; and (4) ensure that grant guidelines for the use of homeland security assistance administered by DHS relating to interoperable emergency communications are coordinated and consistent with National Emergency Communications Report recommendations. Directs the Secretary to support the development of national voluntary consensus standards for interoperable emergency communications. Establishes: (1) in each regional office a Regional Emergency Communications Coordination Working Group; and (2) the Emergency Communications Preparedness Center. Requires: (1) the Secretary to support the rapid establishment of consistent, secure, and effective interoperable emergency communications capabilities in the event of an emergency in areas at consistently high levels of risk; (2) the Director of the Office of Int… | 2019-11-15T21:17:36Z | |
| 109-hr-6350 | 109 | hr | 6350 | To provide for the continuing operation of the Metropolitan Medical Response Program. | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Barton, Joe [R-TX-6] | TX | R | B000213 | 0 | Provides that there is a Metropolitan Medical Response Program that shall include each purpose of the program as it existed on June 1, 2006. Authorizes appropriation of an additional $30 million for FY2008 over the amount appropriated for FY2007. | 2019-11-15T21:17:36Z | |
| 109-hr-6352 | 109 | hr | 6352 | To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 with respect to the position of Chief Medical Officer. | Emergency Management | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Barton, Joe [R-TX-6] | TX | R | B000213 | 0 | Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 regarding the establishment and responsibilities of the position of Chief Medical Officer in the Department of Homeland Security. | 2019-11-15T21:17:36Z | |
| 109-hr-6286 | 109 | hr | 6286 | Department of Homeland Security Stabilization and Security Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-09-29 | 2006-10-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. Harris, Katherine [R-FL-13] | FL | R | H001035 | 0 | Department of Homeland Security Stabilization and Security Enhancement Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Administrator of General Services to jointly complete and submit to Congress a comprehensive master plan for the establishment of a 21st century permanent headquarters for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). | 2023-01-12T17:52:12Z | |
| 109-hr-6306 | 109 | hr | 6306 | Immigration and Border Security Act | Emergency Management | 2006-09-29 | 2006-09-29 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Government Reform, Armed Services, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Spratt, John M., Jr. [D-SC-5] | SC | D | S000749 | 0 | Immigration and Border Security Act - Sets forth provisions with respect to: (1) U.S. border security, including technology and equipment enhancements, security cooperation, and increases in Border Patrol and Immigration enforcement personnel; (2) detention and removal of illegal aliens; (3) border security agency amendments; (4) recruitment and retention of Border Patrol personnel; (5) increases in U.S. Customs and Border Protection import specialists, prosecutors, judges, and U.S. Marshals; (6) expedited traveler programs; (7) alien smuggling; (8) nonimmigrant visa classification and related status adjustment authority for informants respecting commercial alien smuggling organizations; (9) Northern Border Prosecution Initiative; (10) criminal aliens, including removal and state reimbursement for incarceration costs; (11) Operation Predator; (12) biometrics and portal detection; (13) state and local immigration-related enforcement; and (14) admission denial for officials of countries refusing return of their citizens/nationals removed from the United States. | 2023-01-12T17:52:12Z | |
| 109-s-4005 | 109 | s | 4005 | National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-09-29 | 2006-09-29 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. | Senate | Sen. Martinez, Mel [R-FL] | FL | R | M001162 | 3 | National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2006 - Requires the Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere of the Department of Commerce and the Director of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish a National Hurricane Research Initiative and to cooperate with other specified federal agencies to carry it out. Requires such Initiative to set research objectives (based on a National Science Board report on the need for such Initiative) to: (1) make recommendations to the Board; (2) assemble the expertise of U.S. science and engineering capabilities through a multi-agency effort focused on infrastructure, the natural environment, and improving understanding of hurricane prediction, intensity, and mitigation on coastal populations; and (3) make grants for hurricane research, including regarding hurricane dynamics, modification, and observation, air-sea interaction, relationships between hurricanes and climate, predicting flooding and storm surge, coastal infrastructure, building construction, emergency communication networks, information utilization by public officials, and sharing computational capability. Directs the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, through the National Science and Technology Council, to coordinate U.S. activities related to the Initiative as a formal program with a well-defined organizational structure and execution plan. Directs the Under Secretary and the Director to: (1) establish a National Infrastructure Database to catalog infrastructure, provide information to improve information public policy related to hurricanes, and provide data to improve researchers' abilities to measure hurricane impacts in order to improve building codes and urban planning; and (2) develop a National Hurricane Research Model to conduct integrative research and facilitate the transfer of research knowledge to operational applications. | 2023-01-12T17:52:02Z | |
| 109-s-3989 | 109 | s | 3989 | Homeland Security Trust Fund Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-09-28 | 2006-09-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 0 | Homeland Security Trust Fund Act of 2006 - Establishes in the Treasury the Homeland Security and Neighborhood Safety Trust Fund. Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Senate Finance Committee should report legislation that: (1) increases revenues by $53.3 billion during taxable years 2007-2011 by reducing income tax reductions for taxpayers with taxable incomes exceeding $1 million; and (2) appropriates such revenues to the Fund. Makes amounts in the Fund available for and authorizes appropriations for specified expenditures for: (1) supporting law enforcement, including for hiring additional Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) field agents, customs agents, and rail police; (2) utilizing new technologies, including for consolidating terrorist watch lists and improving passport security, information sharing, and screening of airline passengers and ship and airline cargo; (3) protecting critical infrastructure and eliminating threats, including for hardening soft targets, reducing the risk of attack on dangerous chemicals, and responding to terrorist attacks and natural disasters; and (4) preventing the growth of radical Islamic fundamentalism. Requires specified reports with respect to implementation of recommendations of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks upon the United States, including reports on: (1) creation of a national security workforce and a biometric entry-exit screening system; (2) improvements in cargo and passenger screening; (3) critical infrastructure risks and vulnerabilities; (4) efforts to secure weapons of mass destruction; (5) identifying and prioritizing terrorist sanctuaries; (6) progress toward engaging other countries in developing a comprehensive strategy for combating Islamist terrorism; (7) expansion of U.S. scholarship, exchange, and library programs in the Islamic world; (8) establishment of a unified Incident Command System and the National Counterterrorism Center; (9) the Director of National Intelligence; (10) homeland airspace defense; (11) the balance between se… | 2023-01-12T17:52:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-120 | 109 | sconres | 120 | A concurrent resolution expressing the support of Congress for the creation of a National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | Emergency Management | 2006-09-27 | 2006-09-27 | Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10308) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Supports and encourages the creation of National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-s-3928 | 109 | s | 3928 | A bill to provide for the Office of Domestic Preparedness of the Department of Homeland Security to provide grants to local governments for public awareness education relating to preparedness for natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and influenza pandemic. | Emergency Management | 2006-09-21 | 2006-09-21 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] | CA | D | B000711 | 0 | Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Office of Domestic Preparedness to provide grants to local governments for the promotion of public awareness, through media campaigns and educational materials, relating to preparedness for natural disasters, terrorist attacks, and influenza pandemic. | 2023-01-12T17:52:05Z | |
| 109-hres-1021 | 109 | hres | 1021 | Directing the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide certain information to the House of Representatives relating to Maher Arar. | Emergency Management | 2006-09-20 | 2006-09-20 | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. | House | Rep. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA-7] | MA | D | M000133 | 1 | Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide to the House of Representatives, within 14 days, all documents and records in the Secretary's possession relating to Maher Arar. | 2023-01-12T17:52:11Z | |
| 109-hr-6108 | 109 | hr | 6108 | Flood Insurance Community Outreach Grant Program Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-09-19 | 2006-10-18 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity. | House | Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-5] | CA | D | M001163 | 7 | Flood Insurance Community Outreach Grant Program Act of 2006 - Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to authorize the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to make grants to local governmental agencies responsible for floodplain management activities in communities that participate in the national flood insurance program for: (1) outreach activities to encourage and facilitate the purchase of flood insurance protection by owners and renters of properties in such communities; and (2) educational activities that increase awareness of flood risk reduction. Permits grant funds to be used to: (1) identify such property owners and renters; (2) notify them when their properties become included in, or are excluded from, an area having special flood hazards about the effect of such inclusion or exclusion on the applicability of the mandatory flood insurance purchase requirement; (3) educate them regarding the flood risk and reduction of risk in their community and regarding the benefits and costs of flood insurance; and (4) encourage them to maintain or acquire coverage. Sets forth requirements regarding cost-sharing and limits on administrative costs. Requires the Director to provide for such agencies to submit applications for grants and for competitive selection, based on criteria established by the Director. Lists selection considerations. Authorizes the Director to use up to 50% of amounts available for grants in each fiscal year in areas determined to have the most immediate need for such activities. | 2023-01-12T17:52:18Z | |
| 109-hr-6071 | 109 | hr | 6071 | High Risk Terrorism Prevention Initiative of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-09-14 | 2006-09-21 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Sweeney, John E. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | S001149 | 0 | High Risk Terrorism Prevention Initiative of 2006 - Amends the USA PATRIOT Act to revise provisions regarding domestic preparedness grants to require the Secretary of Homeland Security (currently, the Office for Domestic Preparedness) to make such a grant each fiscal year to each state for a project that was eligible for a grant under the State Homeland Security Grants program or the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) made with amounts available for FY2006. Permits the use of grants for UASI-eligible projects: (1) by a high threat, high density urban area to enhance state and local capabilitites to deter, prepare for, and respond to terrorist acts; (2) to purchase equipment, conduct exercises, and provide training and technical assistance to responders and to analyze intelligence information; (3) to construct, modify, or operate a facility in major metropolitan areas designated as a critical homeland security emergency operation node; and (4) for terrorist prevention and deterrence activities involving chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear weapons. Authorizes the Secretary to allocate funds for UASI grants based on: (1) a quantitative assessment of the threats addressed, the vulnerability of persons and critical infrastructure to such threats, and the economic consequences if an attack occurs; and (2) the sustainability and effectiveness of grant activities. Sets forth provisions concerning grant priorities, municipality eligibility, and minimum allocation amounts. | 2023-01-12T17:52:20Z | |
| 109-hr-6086 | 109 | hr | 6086 | National Reportable Conditions Act | Emergency Management | 2006-09-14 | 2006-09-25 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. | House | Rep. Terry, Lee [R-NE-2] | NE | R | T000459 | 0 | National Reportable Conditions Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Commission on National Reportable Conditions to review state and local regulations to determine the existence of conditions that represent a serious threat to the health of individuals in the United States, compile a list of national reportable conditions to be recommended for certifications, and advise the Secretary. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, based upon the Commission's recommendations, to: (1) annually certify a list of national reportable conditions (i.e., diseases, conditions, and events that when identified by health practitioners, veterinarians, animal and food production specialists, state and local health professionals, environmental and public utility workers, and laboratory workers must be reported to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)); (2) establish an electronic National Reportable Conditions System, a data repository of records processed by the System, a process to enable commercial entities to transmit reports to a single government entity, and a process for the identification of obstacles or challenges to the achievement of the purposes of this Act (including a research program to identify or create solutions); and (3) award grants to state and local entities to enable them to conduct surveillance and timely reporting activities regarding the submission of reports. Requires the Secretary to establish a process that permits the simultaneous submission of reports to a state or local jurisdiction to achieve compliance with a state or local law. | 2023-01-12T17:52:19Z | |
| 109-s-3898 | 109 | s | 3898 | National Reportable Conditions Act | Emergency Management | 2006-09-14 | 2006-09-14 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 0 | National Reportable Conditions Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Commission on National Reportable Conditions to review state and local regulations to determine the existence of conditions that represent a serious threat to the health of individuals in the United States, compile a list of national reportable conditions to be recommended for certifications, and advise the Secretary. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, based upon the Commission's recommendations, to: (1) annually certify a list of national reportable conditions (i.e., diseases, conditions, and events that when identified by health practitioners, veterinarians, animal and food production specialists, state and local health professionals, environmental and public utility workers, and laboratory workers must be reported to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)); (2) establish an electronic National Reportable Conditions System, a data repository of records processed by the System, a process to enable commercial entities to transmit reports to a single government entity, and a process for the identification of obstacles or challenges to the achievement of the purposes of this Act (including a research program to identify or create solutions); and (3) award grants to state and local entities to enable them to conduct surveillance and timely reporting activities regarding the submission of reports. Requires the Secretary to establish a process that permits the simultaneous submission of reports to a state or local jurisdiction to achieve compliance with a state or local law. | 2023-01-12T17:52:06Z | |
| 109-s-3780 | 109 | s | 3780 | Predict Accurate Storm Surge Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-08-03 | 2006-08-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Predict Accurate Storm Surge Act of 2006 - Requires the Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere of the Department of Commerce to develop a storm surge scale to be used in conjunction with the Saffir-Simpson scale to measure and predict the impact of storm surges. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | |
| 109-s-3781 | 109 | s | 3781 | Disaster Preparedness and Hazard Mitigation Improvement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-08-03 | 2006-08-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Disaster Preparedness and Hazard Mitigation Improvement Act of 2006 - Authorizes the President to provide assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act for hazard mitigation activities in response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, except that: (1) the President may contribute up to 90% of the cost of hazard mitigation measures; (2) the assistance shall be available for at least five years; and (3) the total contributions for a major disaster shall not exceed 15% of the estimated aggregate amount of grants to be made under that Act for such hurricanes. Deems an enhanced mitigation plan of Louisiana or Mississippi to have been approved when the President declared a major disaster relating to such hurricanes if such a plan is approved within 180 days after enactment of this Act. Allows funds made available for hazard mitigation for Louisiana in excess of $500 million to be made available for: (1) the design and construction of hurricane and flood protection projects and coastal restoration projects to reduce storm surge in any area in the state in which a major disaster relating to such hurricanes was declared by the President; (2) the construction and improvement of federal-aid highways or state highways within such area that the governor determines to be integral for the evacuation of southern Louisiana in response to a disaster; and (3) carrying out any coordinated effort authorized by the governor relating to environment or land use management, economic development, the acquisition or disposition of property, property management, or urban homesteading. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | |
| 109-hconres-461 | 109 | hconres | 461 | Expressing the support of the Congress for the creation of a National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | Emergency Management | 2006-07-28 | 2006-08-01 | Executive Comment Requested from Interior. | House | Rep. Boustany, Charles W., Jr. [R-LA-7] | LA | R | B001255 | 0 | Supports and encourages the creation of National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | 2023-01-13T04:50:34Z | |
| 109-hconres-466 | 109 | hconres | 466 | Observing the one year anniversary of the date on which the Gulf Coast region was struck by Hurricane Katrina, acknowledging the significant deficiencies that still exist in the ability of cities in the Gulf Coast region to provide necessary social services and subsistence to their residents or to attract the return of many displaced residents, and reaffirming the commitment of Congress to assist in rebuilding the Gulf Coast region, improving the quality of life for all its residents, and ending poverty in America. | Emergency Management | 2006-07-28 | 2006-07-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Watt, Melvin L. [D-NC-12] | NC | D | W000207 | 41 | Expresses support for the people still affected by Hurricane Katrina. Acknowledges deficiencies in the ability of Gulf Coast cities to provide social services and to attract the return of displaced residents. Reaffirms Congress's commitment to assist in rebuilding the Gulf Coast region, improving the quality of life for its residents, and ending poverty in America. | 2023-01-13T04:50:34Z | |
| 109-hr-6001 | 109 | hr | 6001 | To require the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to establish an identity verification system that ensures that disaster assistance payments are paid only to qualified individuals. | Emergency Management | 2006-07-28 | 2006-07-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 0 | Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a system that verifies applicant identity in near-real time to ensure that disaster assistance payments are paid only to qualified individuals. Requires the Director, in order to determine if an individual is qualified and ensure that the system is efficient, to: (1) establish registration criteria that provides simple but specific instructions to registrants regarding the required information; (2) require registrants to provide their name exactly as it appears on their social security card; (3) test the system prior to implementation; (4) ensure that call center employees give prompt feedback regarding whether the registrant's identity has been validated; and (5) establish an expeditious appeal and alternative verification process for a registrant who is rejected. | 2023-01-12T17:52:32Z | |
| 109-hr-6007 | 109 | hr | 6007 | To address critical needs for additional resources, coordination between Federal, State, and local law enforcement, and supplemental funding, to support border security activities of State and local law enforcement agencies, including sheriffs, in regions near an international land border of the United States. | Emergency Management | 2006-07-28 | 2006-08-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity. | House | Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10] | TX | R | M001157 | 0 | Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate a high-threat area (five-year designation period) adjacent to a U.S. international land border for a border area security initiative in order to provide state and local agencies, including sheriffs, with resources and capabilities to: (1) assist the Secretary in gaining operational border control in the area; (2) address increased cross-border criminal activity in the area; and (3) reduce national security threats posed by terrorists entering the United States at an international land border. Sets forth high-threat area designation criteria. States that upon designation the Secretary shall: (1) establish a border area security initiative executive committee comprised of senior executives from local, state, and federal domestic security and law enforcement agencies, including sheriffs, to develop multi-agency enforcement strategies and activities to support federal border security missions; (2) provide for additional federal resources to be sent to the area, including personnel, equipment, and technology; (3) provide for the construction or acquisition of temporary detention facilities; and (4) provide funds to state and local law enforcement entities, including sheriffs, for personnel, operational, and equipment expenses. | 2023-01-12T17:52:32Z | |
| 109-hr-6015 | 109 | hr | 6015 | Secure the Border Now Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-28 | 2006-07-28 | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. | House | Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3] | AL | R | R000575 | 15 | Secure the Border Now Act of 2006 - Directs the the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) establish a plan applicable to pay, recruitment, relocation, and retention of federal law enforcement officers, which shall include Border Patrol recruitment, retention, salary, and transfer incentives; (2) take steps to control the costs of hiring, training, and deploying new Border Patrol agents, including FY2007 per-agent training cost limits; (3) enter into agreements with state and local law enforcement training academies, universities, nonprofit organizations, and private companies to replicate the initial training provided to new Border Patrol agents; and (4) enter into contracts with private entities to provide temporary administrative and other support to Border Patrol agents and Customs and Border Protection Officers deployed at U.S. ports of entry or along the international land and maritime borders of the United States. Amends the 2002 Supplemental Appropriations Act for Further Recovery From and Response To Terrorist Attacks on the United States to: (1) extend Federal Law Enforcement Training Center authority to appoint and maintain a cadre of federal annuitants; and (2) increase the maximum number of such annuitants from 250 to 350. Authorizes the Commissioner of United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to appoint and employ (for up to five years) up to 500 federal annuitants for CBP border-related positions. Authorizes the Secretary to use specified security and terrorism prevention grant funds for border security activities. | 2023-01-12T17:52:32Z | |
| 109-hr-5943 | 109 | hr | 5943 | Fraud Accountability in Emergency Response Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-27 | 2006-08-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10] | TX | R | M001157 | 5 | Fraud Accountability in Emergency Response Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to ensure that: (1) all FEMA programs administering assistance develop and maintain proper internal management controls to prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse (waste); (2) application databases used by FEMA to collect information on eligible recipients record disbursements; (3) such tracking is designed to identify ineligible applications; and (4) such databases are integrated with disbursements and payment records. Requires the Director to: (1) establish and implement a system for recording and tracking benefits disbursed by FEMA; (2) ensure that debit cards used to disburse assistance are equipped with an electronic feature that prohibits their use for ineligible expenses; and (3) assess the role of independent private sector inspectors general. Authorizes the Director to enter into contracts for the delivery of necessary goods or services relating to the response to or recovery from emergencies, giving preference to small businesses. Requires the Secretary to: (1) ensure that any existing database for federal assistance programs administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) undergoes a review by DHS's Inspector General; (2) annually certify that internal controls are in place and operational before a database may be used to disburse assistance; (3) establish and maintain a database that contains information about small businesses for purposes of federal contracting relating to assistance activities conducted in response to and recovery from emergencies; and (4) develop and implement a training program on the prevention of waste and ways to identify potential waste. Requires a DHS component to consult the database before awarding federal contracts for disaster-related activity. Sets forth requirements regarding reports on expenditures and efforts to confirm the identity and… | 2023-01-12T17:52:34Z | |
| 109-hr-5901 | 109 | hr | 5901 | Community Protection and Response Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-26 | 2006-09-28 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform. | House | Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14] | NY | D | M000087 | 1 | Community Protection and Response Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (the Act) to include a terrorist attack, dispersion of radioactive or other contaminants, dispersion of hazardous substances, or other catastrophic event as a "major disaster" eligible for relief under the Act. Includes as a "private nonprofit facility" for purposes of damages coverage in a major disaster private for-profit telecommunications, phone services, and utilities when losses occur during a homeland security event and are not covered by insurance. Authorizes the President, at the request of a state governor, to declare that a major disaster constitutes a homeland security event and is of such severity and magnitude that effective response is beyond the capacity of the affected state and local government. Provides specified federal assistance under the Act upon such a declaration, including reimbursement and grant assistance for lost compensation, sustained losses, and required repairs. Includes as critical services under the Act education systems, providers of counseling, and providers of assistance to the homeless.Removes the $5 million limit on community disaster loans provided under the Act. Requires or provides for: (1) standards for reporting information concerning disasters involving homeland security events; (2) a special commission to review air quality following a homeland security event; (3) guidelines concerning health risks associated with the release of materials following a homeland security event and associated monitoring and analysis; and (4) grants for data collection during public health emergencies, research on assisting victims, advance preparation for public health emergencies, and disaster relief for local educational agencies. | 2023-01-12T17:52:35Z | |
| 109-hr-5910 | 109 | hr | 5910 | Preparedness First Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-26 | 2006-08-21 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Sanchez, Loretta [D-CA-47] | CA | D | S000030 | 0 | Preparedness First Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize grants from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to states, regions, or eligible tribes to improve the ability of emergency response providers to prevent, prepare for, respond to, mitigate against, or recover from natural or manmade disasters, including terrorist attacks. Requires the Secretary of DHS to: (1) award grants to assist states and local governments in achieving, maintaining, and enhancing essential capabilities for emergency preparedness; (2) require states applying for grants to submit a three-year state emergency preparedness plan that meets specified requirements; and (3) evaluate and annually prioritize all pending grant applications based upon the degree to which they would lessen the threat to, vulnerability of, and consequences for persons and critical infrastructure, based upon the most current risk assessment. Directs or authorizes the Secretary to establish: (1) the Emergency Management Performance Grants Program (including technical assistance and grants to improve, maintain, and update state emergency preparedness plans); (2) the State Homeland Security Grant Program (grants to fund state homeland security material expenses related to all-hazards disaster response and recovery efforts); (3) the Metropolitan Medical Response System Program (to assist highly populated jurisdictions to achieve enhanced capabilities necessary to meet medical logistical challenges posed by mass casualty events); and (4) the Urban Area Security Initiative (grants to designated states and local government entities to enhance emergency response provider capabilities). Directs the Secretary to establish in the Office for Domestic Preparedness (ODP) an Office of the Comptroller to oversee ODP's grants distribution process and financial management. | 2023-01-12T17:52:35Z | |
| 109-s-3721 | 109 | s | 3721 | Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-25 | 2006-08-03 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 582. | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 2 | Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 - Title I: National Preparedness and Response - (Sec. 101) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (the Act) to make extensive revisions to emergency response provisions while keeping the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Sets forth provisions regarding FEMA's mission, which shall include: (1) leading the nation's efforts to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the risks of, any natural and man-made disaster, including catastrophic incidents; (2) implementing a risk-based, all hazards plus strategy for preparedness; and (3) promoting and planning for the protection, security, resiliency, and post-disaster restoration of critical infrastructure and key resources, including cyber and communications assets. Sets forth provisions regarding the role, qualifications, authority, and responsibilities of the Administrator of FEMA, who shall: (1) have not less than five years of executive leadership and management experience, significant experience in crisis management or another relevant field, and a demonstrated ability to manage a substantial staff and budget; (2) report to the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) without being required to report through any other DHS official; (3) be the principal emergency preparedness and response advisor to the President, the Homeland Security Council, and the Secretary; (4) provide federal leadership necessary to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from a disaster; (5) develop a national emergency management system capable of responding to catastrophic incidents; and (6) develop and submit to Congress annually an estimate of the resources needed for developing the capabilities of federal, state, and local governments necessary to respond to a catastrophic incident. Directs the Comptroller General to report to Congress on the amount of increase in the fixed costs or expenses of FEMA during the period of January 1, 2000, through this Ac… | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-hr-5852 | 109 | hr | 5852 | 21st Century Emergency Communications Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-20 | 2006-07-26 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. Reichert, David G. [R-WA-8] | WA | R | R000578 | 10 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) 21st Century Emergency Communications Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) an Office of Emergency Communications, to be headed by the Assistant Secretary for Emergency Communications. Includes among the Assistant Secretary's responsibilities: (1) assisting the Secretary of DHS in developing and implementing the program to enhance public safety interoperable communications at all levels of government; (2) administering DHS authorities for the SAFECOM Program, the Integrated Wireless Network program, and the Interoperable Communications Technical Assistance Program; (3) coordinating administration of the National Communications System; (4) facilitating creation of Regional Emergency Communications Coordination Working Groups; (5) establishing requirements for total and nonproprietary interoperable emergency communications capabilities for all public safety radio and data communications systems and equipment purchased using DHS assistance; and (6) coordinating with the Director of the Office for Interoperability and Compatibility. Directs the Secretary, through the Assistant Secretary, to: (1) assess the range of emergency communications capabilities needed, the current capabilities, and the gap between the two; (2) develop a National Emergency Communications Report to provide recommendations regarding how the United States can accelerate the deployment of interoperable emergency communications nationwide; (3) report annually on the degree to which such communications have been achieved and on the feasibility of developing a mobile communications capability; and (4) ensure that grant guidelines for the use of DHS assistance relating to interoperable emergency communications are coordinated and consistent with Report goals and recommendations. Requires the Secretary to: (1) support the development of nat… | 2023-01-12T17:52:36Z | |
| 109-hr-5813 | 109 | hr | 5813 | Department of Homeland Security Management and Operations Improvement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-17 | 2006-07-18 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3] | AL | R | R000575 | 1 | Department of Homeland Security Management and Operations Improvement Act of 2006 - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) take steps to control the costs of hiring, training, and deploying new Border Patrol agents and limit the FY2007 cost for each new agent to $150,000; and (2) actively consult with and fully inform the congressional homeland security committees regarding all activities and responsibilities within their jurisdictions. Makes the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Inspector General independently responsible for keeping such committees informed. Establishes in DHS a Directorate for Policy, Planning, and International Affairs, headed by an Under Secretary for Policy. Establishes within the Directorate an Office of International Affairs. Makes the Secretary, acting through the Under Secretary for Management, responsible for the integration and consolidation of DHS's management systems. Directs the Inspector General to review each contract action related to DHS's Secure Border Initiative valued at greater than $20 million. Requires the Chief Financial Officer to establish the Authorization Liaison Officer position. Increases the number of federal annuitants who may be appointed by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. Sets forth provisions regarding: (1) officials responsible for coordinating disability issues; and (2) homeland security procurement training. Directs the Comptroller General to conduct a national study regarding emergency shelter accessibility and a study of the integration and adequacy of training for DHS personnel who process asylum seekers at U.S. ports of entry. Requires the Secretary to: (1) establish a database of small business concerns, a Council on Procurement Training, a National Homeland Security University, and a Homeland Security Canine Detection Accreditation Board; and (2) increase the number of and coordinate DHS canine detection teams. | 2023-01-12T17:52:37Z | |
| 109-hr-5814 | 109 | hr | 5814 | Department of Homeland Security Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-17 | 2006-11-17 | House Committee on Energy and Commerce Granted an extension for further consideration ending not later than Dec. 8, 2006. | House | Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-3] | NY | R | K000210 | 3 | Department of Homeland Security Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for FY2007. Title II: Improving Management, Integration, and Oversight - Subtitle A: Management Reform - (Sec. 201) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (HSA) to replace the Under Secretary for Management with a Deputy Secretary position. (Sec. 202) Includes among DHS's chief operating officers the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Procurement Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, and Chief Security Officer. Directs: (1) the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) to delegate to such officers direct authority over their respective counterparts in component agencies; and (2) the chief operating officers in component agencies to coordinate activities with the heads of their respective agencies. (Sec. 203) Requires: (1) the Officer for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties to serve as the Secretary's coordinator for issues relating to individuals with disabilities and mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery by assisting in the development, implementation, and review of policies and procedures; (2) the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to appoint an individual to serve as the Director's coordinator for issues relating to individuals with disabilities; and (3) the Under Secretary for Preparedness to appoint a coordinator for issues relating to individuals with disabilities. (Sec. 204) Directs the Comptroller General to study and report on the accessibility to individuals with disabilities of emergency shelters for use in response to a major disaster. (Sec. 205) Directs the Secretary to establish a graduate-level Homeland Security Education Program in the National Capital Region for federal, state, and local officials with homeland security and emergency management responsibilities. Subtitle B: Integration and Organizational Impr… | 2023-01-12T17:52:37Z | |
| 109-hr-5785 | 109 | hr | 5785 | Warning, Alert, and Response Network Act | Emergency Management | 2006-07-13 | 2006-08-01 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. | House | Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-19] | IL | R | S000364 | 13 | Warning, Alert, and Response Network Act - Establishes: (1) a voluntary National Alert System to provide a public communications system capable of alerting the public to emergency situations on a national, regional, or local basis; and (2) the National Alert Office within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to administer, operate, and manage the System. Sets forth System functions and capabilities, including: (1) enabling federal, state, tribal, or local government officials with credentials issued by the Office to alert the public to imminent threats that present a significant risk of injury or death; and (2) incorporating multiple communications technologies without interfering with existing alerts or communications systems employed by emergency response personnel. Requires the System to operate consistent with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) All-Hazards Radio System. Requires the Office to establish a process for issuing credentials to enable officials responsible for issuing safety warnings to access the System. Directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to initiate proceedings to: (1) allow licensees providing commercial mobile service to elect to transmit System alerts to subscribers; and (2) require public broadcast television licensees to install necessary equipment to enable transmitters to receive and retransmit System alerts. Requires the Director of the Office to establish a National Alert System Working Group to develop recommendations for protocols, procedures, guidelines, and standards and to coordinate with the operators of nuclear power plants and other critical infrastructure facilities to integrate emergency alert systems. | 2023-01-12T17:52:38Z | |
| 109-hr-5794 | 109 | hr | 5794 | Flood Mitigation Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-07-13 | 2006-08-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 0 | Flood Mitigation Enhancement Act of 2006 - Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to make the demolition and rebuilding of structures located in areas having special flood hazards or other areas of flood risk to at least base flood elevation or any greater elevation required by local ordinance eligible for assistance under the flood mitigation program. | 2023-01-12T17:52:38Z | |
| 109-hr-5759 | 109 | hr | 5759 | FEMA Act | Emergency Management | 2006-07-11 | 2006-08-01 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman . | House | Rep. Harris, Katherine [R-FL-13] | FL | R | H001035 | 0 | Foundations for Emergency Management Act or the FEMA Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for the establishment within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of a Directorate of Emergency Management (DEM) (replacing the Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response). Requires DEM to be headed by an Under Secretary for Emergency Management and to include Deputy Under Secretaries for: (1) Emergency Preparedness and Mitigation; and (2) Emergency Response and Recovery. Directs the Under Secretary to serve as a Cabinet Officer during an Incident of National Significance. Requires the Secretary of DHS to: (1) ensure and annual certify that all programs within DEM administering federal assistance maintain proper internal management controls to prevent and detect fraud, waste, and abuse; and (2) develop and implement a fraud prevention training program. Provides for the establishment within DHS of a Deputy Inspector General for Response and Recovery. Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize grants for state disaster preparedness programs and plans for catastrophic incidents. Requires the President to conduct annual reviews of federal agencies, states, and local governments in preparing for catastrophic incidents. Good Samaritan Liability Improvement and Volunteer Encouragement Act of 2006 or the GIVE Act of 2006 - Exempts from liability for acts or omissions in providing services in connection with a declared disaster: (1) disaster relief volunteers; (2) employers or business partners of disaster relief volunteers; (3) hosts or enabling persons, entities, or organizations; and (4) governmental and intergovernmental entities for donations of disaster relief goods. Provides for punitive and non-economic damages only for willful, knowing, or reckless misconduct. Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 - Prohibits U.S. officers or employees, while acting in support of relief in a major disaster or emergency, from taking specified actions… | 2023-01-12T17:52:39Z | |
| 109-hr-5695 | 109 | hr | 5695 | Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-28 | 2006-11-17 | House Committee on Energy and Commerce Granted an extension for further consideration ending not later than Dec. 8, 2006. | House | Rep. Lungren, Daniel E. [R-CA-3] | CA | R | L000517 | 10 | Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) designate or exempt any chemical substance as a substance of concern; (2) establish and revise the threshold quantity for a chemical substance for purposes of identifying significant chemical facilities; and (3) require the submission of information regarding the quantities of substances of concern used, stored, manufactured, processed, or distributed by any chemical facility. Directs the Secretary, in making such determinations regarding substances of concern or threshold quantities, to consider the potential extent of death, injury, or serious adverse effects to human health, the environment, critical infrastructure, national security, the national economy, or public welfare that would result from a terrorist release of the substance. Requires the Secretary to maintain a list of chemical facilities deemed significant because they have more than the threshold quantity of a substance of concern or based on the following criteria: (1) the potential threat or likelihood that the facility will be the target of terrorism; (2) the potential extent and likelihood of death, injury or serious adverse effects to human health and safety or to the environment that could result from an incident; (3) the facility's proximity to population centers; (4) the potential threat caused by a person obtaining a substance of concern in furtherance of a terrorist act; and (5) the potential harm to critical infrastructure, national security, and the national economy from an incident. Requires the Secretary to: (1) assign each facility on the list to one of at least four risk-based tiers, which shall include at least one high-risk tier; (2) prescribe regulations to establish standards, protocols, and procedures for vulnerability assessments and facility security plans for facilities on the list; (3) require high-risk facilities to conduct such assessments, implement such plans, and consu… | 2023-01-13T04:50:46Z | |
| 109-s-3589 | 109 | s | 3589 | Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-28 | 2006-06-28 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 498. | Senate | Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] | AL | R | S000320 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2006 - (Sec. 4) Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (Act) to require the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to estimate the exclusion of prospective insureds from purchasing flood insurance at rates less than specified risk premium rates for certain properties, including: (1) property which is not the primary residence of an individual; (2) severe repetitive loss property; (3) property that has incurred flood-related damage in which the cumulative amounts of payments equaled or exceeded its fair market value; (4) any business property; and (5) any property which on or after enactment of this Act has experienced or sustained substantial damage exceeding 50% of its fair market value, or substantial improvement exceeding 30% of its fair market value. Prohibits the Director from providing flood insurance to prospective insureds for new or deliberately lapsed policies at rates less than estimated risk premium rates. (Sec. 5) Instructs the Director to issue final regulations establishing a revised definition of areas of special flood hazards for purposes of the National Flood Insurance Program not later than 90 days after enactment of this Act. Subjects certain residual risk areas to the mandatory purchase requirements of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973. (Sec. 6) Permits adjustment of the risk premium rate in order to reflect the flood risk of property located in an area participating in the national flood insurance program. (Sec. 7) Instructs the Director to make flood insurance available only in states or areas determined to have given satisfactory assurance that by December 31, 2008, state-charted lending institutions not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) shall be subject to state regulations consistent with the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973. (Sec. 9) Modifies r… | 2023-01-13T04:50:36Z | |
| 109-s-3594 | 109 | s | 3594 | Secure Nuclear Facilities Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-28 | 2006-07-19 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7926-7927) | Senate | Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] | CA | D | B000711 | 0 | Secure Nuclear Facilities Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to award competitive grants to any state in which a nuclear power plant is located, and to local governments, local law enforcement agencies, local fire departments, and hospitals that are located within 20 miles of a nuclear power plant. Requires the use of such funds: (1) to assist in purchasing or improving communication systems to allow for real-time, interoperable communication between sate and local first responders and nuclear power plant representatives; or (2) for expenditures to improve the ability of communities to facilitate evacuations and provide medical treatment in the event of an emergency at a nuclear power plant. Directs the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to promulgate regulations requiring all nuclear power plants to comply with a certain design basis threat level under the Code of Federal Regulations, applicable to facilities designated by the Secretary as Threat Level 1(b) facilities. | 2023-01-13T04:50:36Z | |
| 109-s-3595 | 109 | s | 3595 | United States Emergency Management Authority Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-28 | 2006-06-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6717-6721) | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 2 | United States Emergency Management Authority Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to replace provisions concerning the Directorate of, and the Under Secretary for, Emergency Preparedness and Response in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with provisions establishing a United States Emergency Management Authority to lead the nation's efforts to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the risks of natural and man-made disasters, including catastrophic incidents. Directs the Authority's Administrator to: (1) provide federal leadership necessary to prepare for and respond to disasters; (2) develop a National Emergency Management System capable of responding to catastrophic incidents; (3) establish 10 Regional Offices; and (4) promote public and community preparedness. Transfers functions of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Directorate to the Authority. Requires the Authority to be maintained as a distinct entity within DHS. Establishes within the Authority a Director for Preparedness and a Director for Response and Recovery. Requires: (1) each Regional Administrator to establish multi-agency strike teams; and (2) the Secretary of DHS to establish the National Advisory Council on Emergency Preparedness and Response. Establishes within the Authority a National Incident Management System Integration Center, a Chief Medical Officer, a National Search and Rescue Response System, and a Metropolitan Medical Response System. Establishes within DHS a National Operations Center, a System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders Program, an Assistant Secretary for Cybersecurity and Telecommunications, and an Office for the Prevention of Terrorism. Authorizes the Secretary, acting through the Administrator, to make grants to administer and improve the Emergency Management Assistance Compact. | 2023-01-13T04:50:36Z | |
| 109-s-3566 | 109 | s | 3566 | High Risk Protection Act of 2007 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-26 | 2006-06-26 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] | NY | D | S000148 | 0 | High Risk Protection Act of 2007 - Requires amounts appropriated to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for the Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Program to be allocated based solely on risk (which shall include an evaluation of threats, vulnerabilities, and consequences and consideration of any previous terrorist attacks). Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security: (1) in determining which areas qualify as high-threat areas, to consider whether the area contains critical infrastructure and is located on an international border or coastline and the area's population, population density, law enforcement investigative and enforcement activity, and tourism; and (2) in allocating amounts among high-threat areas, to evaluate all threats (including threats to national monuments and icons) and critical infrastructure vulnerabilities. Provides that the Program shall not be subject to the DHS peer review process. Allows funds made available under the Program to be used for overtime and other employment costs directly relating to the prevention of terrorist activities. Requires the Secretary to submit reports to each Member of Congress who represents a high-threat area regarding the proposed allocation of funds and to specified congressional committees on the determinations made. | 2023-01-13T04:50:37Z | |
| 109-s-3533 | 109 | s | 3533 | Community Response System Initiative Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-16 | 2006-06-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 0 | Community Response System Initiative Act of 2006 or the CRSI Act - Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), acting through the Chief Medical Officer, to enter into an agreement with an organization which shall provide funds to local governmental agencies that provide emergency response or similar medical services or training for education and training in life supporting first aid to children. Requires the selected organization to give priority to emergency medical services, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and school nurses. | 2023-01-13T04:50:38Z | |
| 109-hr-5595 | 109 | hr | 5595 | Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Enhancement and Authorization Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-13 | 2006-06-19 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Fossella, Vito [R-NY-13] | NY | R | F000440 | 4 | Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Enhancement and Authorization Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to carry out an Urban Areas Security Initiative Grants Program, under which the Secretary may make grants: (1) to purchase equipment, conduct exercises, and provide training and technical assistance to state and local first responders and for facilities to provide training or assistance to responders; and (2) to provide reimbursement for specified expenses if 100 or more personnel in the relevant jurisdiction are dedicated exclusively to counterterrorism and intelligence activities. Directs the Secretary to make such grants: (1) generally in accordance with the procedures, terms, and conditions under which grants were made under the program in FY2005; and (2) based solely on a quantitative assessment of the risk of a terrorist attack on high-threat, high-density urban areas that considers the threat of a terrorist attack to particular assets and the vulnerability of particular assets to, and the consequences of, such an attack. Directs the Secretary, upon finding any problem in a grant application, to notify the applicant and provide an opportunity to correct it before making a grant. Makes: (1) fund allocations and grant approvals by the Secretary subject to modification by the President; and (2) provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act regarding the state and local domestic preparedness support grant program inapplicable. | 2023-01-13T04:50:49Z | |
| 109-hr-5556 | 109 | hr | 5556 | Warning, Alert, and Response Network Act | Emergency Management | 2006-06-08 | 2006-06-23 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. | House | Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-19] | IL | R | S000364 | 10 | Warning, Alert, and Response Network Act - Establishes: (1) a voluntary National Alert System to provide a public communications system capable of alerting the public to emergency situations on a national, regional, or local basis; and (2) the National Alert Office within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to administer, operate, and manage the System. Sets forth System functions and capabilities, including: (1) enabling federal, state, tribal, or local government officials with credentials issued by the Office to alert the public to imminent threats that present a significant risk of injury or death; and (2) incorporating multiple communications technologies without interfering with existing alerts or communications systems employed by emergency response personnel. Requires the Office to establish a process for issuing credentials to enable officials responsible for issuing safety warnings to access the System. Directs the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to initiate proceedings to: (1) allow licensees providing commercial mobile service to elect to transmit System alerts to subscribers; and (2) require public broadcast television licensees to install necessary equipment to enable transmitters to receive and retransmit System alerts. Requires the Director of the Office to: (1) establish a National Alert System Working Group to develop recommendations for protocols, procedures, guidelines, and standards and to work with the operators of nuclear power plants and other critical infrastructure facilities to integrate emergency alert systems; and (2) establish an extramural research and development program to support the development of technology that will enable all existing and future providers of communications services and devices to be utilized effectively with the System. | 2023-01-13T04:50:50Z | |
| 109-hr-5547 | 109 | hr | 5547 | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a Gulf Coast Long-Term Recovery Office to administer amounts available to the Department for providing assistance to the residents of the Gulf Coast region for recovering from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-06-07 | 2006-06-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 0 | Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a Gulf Coast Long-Term Recovery Office to administer assistance to the residents of the Gulf Coast region for recovering from Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Requires the Office's Director to work with state and local governments and non-governmental organizations, including to: (1) assess social and economic consequences and coordinate federal efforts to address community recovery issues; (2) advise the Secretary on the long-term recovery implications of response activities; (3) conduct comprehensive market disruption and loss analysis and develop a market-based comprehensive long-term recovery plan for the affected areas; (4) identify federal programs and agencies to support plan implementation, ensure coordination among federal agencies, and identify gaps in available resources; (5) avoid duplication of assistance, coordinate program application processes and planning requirements, and identify and coordinate the resolution of policy and program issues; (6) determine responsibilities for recovery activities, provide a method of maintaining continuity in the delivery of federal assistance, and oversee coordination with governments and other involved parties regarding recovery and hazard mitigation efforts; and (7) encourage implementation of mitigation measures during recovery. Terminates the Office at the Secretary's discretion. | 2023-01-13T04:50:50Z | |
| 109-hr-5536 | 109 | hr | 5536 | Protecting American Commerce and Travel Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-06-06 | 2006-06-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 21 | Protecting American Commerce and Travel Act of 2006 - Amends the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 to extend the deadline for implementation of the plan to require biometric passports or other secure passports for all travel into the United States by U.S. citizens and by categories of individuals for whom documentation requirements were previously waived. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) establish a process to permit a U.S. citizen who does not possess a passport or other document to re-enter the United States at an international land border of the United States (provides that a U.S. citizen under 16 years shall not be required to present a passport or other document when returning from Canada at any port of entry along the U.S.-Canada international land border); (2) issue to U.S. citizen applicants a North American travel card which shall be a base for expedited traveler programs and be considered sufficient to denote identity and citizenship for travel into the United States by U.S. citizens; and (3) provide for travel card-reading equipment at U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico land border ports of entry. Directs the Secretary to: (1) merge the Free and Secure Trade program (FAST, a joint United States-Canada program offering pre-authorized importers, carriers, and drivers expedited clearance processes for eligible goods) and the NEXUS program (a joint United States-Canada program designed to simplify border crossings for pre-approved, low risk travelers) dedicated commuter lane system into a single procedure, with common eligibility and security screening requirements, enrollment processes, and sanctions regimes; (2) ensure that the procedures for the NEXUS Highway, NEXUS Marine, and NEXUS Air programs are integrated into such single procedure, and the processes relating to eligibility and security screening are identical to those for the FAST program; (3) integrate databases and information systems to permit any identification card issued to a participant to operate in all … | 2023-01-13T04:50:51Z | |
| 109-s-3456 | 109 | s | 3456 | Homeland Emergency Response Operations Act | Emergency Management | 2006-06-06 | 2006-06-06 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] | NJ | D | M000639 | 3 | Ensuring Implementation of the 9/11 Commission Report Act - Homeland Emergency Response Operations Act or the HERO Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to complete assignment of the electromagnetic spectrum for public safety services to permit operation by January 1, 2007. Faster and Smarter Funding for First Responders Act of 2005 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant program to assist state and local governments in achieving essential capabilities for terrorism preparedness. Directs the Secretary to: (1) establish an Office of the Comptroller within the Office for Domestic Preparedness, a First Responder Grants Board, and a Task Force on Terrorism Preparedness for First Responders; and (2) promulgate national voluntary standards for first responder equipment. Requires reports by: (1) DHS on a unified incident command system, a national critical infrastructure risk and vulnerabilities assessment, the comprehensive screening system, a biometric entry and exit data system, international collaboration on border and document security, and standardization of secure identification; (2) the Comptroller General on private sector preparedness, federal first responder training programs, and terrorist watch list consolidation; (3) the Secretary of Transportation on a national strategy for transportation security and on airline passenger screening; (4) the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center on collection and analysis of intelligence on terrorist travel; and (5) the Commissioner of Social Security on social security card security enhancements. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require fingerprints in passports. Requires specified reports on the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission and the policy goals of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. Requires certification by the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense as to whether the federal governme… | 2023-01-13T04:50:40Z | |
| 109-sres-498 | 109 | sres | 498 | A resolution designating the week beginning May 21, 2006, as "National Hurricane Preparedness Week". | Emergency Management | 2006-05-26 | 2006-05-26 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5392-5393) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 3 | Expresses support for the President's goals in proclaiming the week beginning May 21, 2006, as National Hurricane Preparedness Week. | 2023-01-13T04:50:52Z | |
| 109-hr-5489 | 109 | hr | 5489 | Preparedness Information Publication Incentive Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-25 | 2006-05-26 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Andrews, Robert E. [D-NJ-1] | NJ | D | A000210 | 0 | Preparedness Information Publication Incentive Act of 2006 - Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make grants to states to provide for the publication of security and emergency information in telephone directories. Authorizes a state to use a grant award to develop such information and provide financial assistance to publishers that agree to publish the information in designated directory sections. Requires such information to include: (1) a guide for family emergency preparedness; (2) lists of supplies for family emergency preparedness and accessible local radio and television stations; (3) weather-related preparedness information; (4) information concerning emergency evacuation routes and the threat of hazardous material accidents; (5) descriptions of the Amber Alert program and the Homeland Security Advisory System; (6) an explanation of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, including exposure guidance; and (7) first aid instructions. Sets forth application requirements. Limits the maximum grant award for a state in a fiscal year to $200,000. | 2023-01-13T04:48:25Z | |
| 109-hr-5498 | 109 | hr | 5498 | Equitable Access to Disaster Relief and Preparedness Services Act | Emergency Management | 2006-05-25 | 2006-05-26 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-15] | CA | D | H001034 | 11 | Equitable Access to Disaster Relief and Preparedness Services Act - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to require regulations issued for the guidance of personnel providing federal assistance at major disaster sites to include provisions ensuring that relief activities be accomplished without discrimination based on English proficiency. Directs the President to: (1) ensure that all federal entities that provide assistance maintain the capability to administer competent interpreter and translation services; (2) communicate with state and local governments to identify individuals with limited English proficiency and include them in disaster preparedness planning; (3) have available for activation a sufficient cadre of emergency assistance employees; (4) develop and maintain an informational clearinghouse of model language assistance programs and best practices; and (5) report to Congress on the treatment of individuals with limited English proficiency during Hurricane Katrina and on the feasibility of operating a toll-free number by which such individuals can obtain information in their primary language regarding federally funded disaster services and benefits. Includes within the technical assistance the President is required to provide to states assistance to individuals with and without English proficiency following disasters. Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to: (1) conduct an emergency preparedness demonstration program to study the needs of individuals and households with limited English proficiency for use in the design and development of community and family preparedness programs; and (2) develop initiatives to improve disaster awareness and readiness in communities that have individuals with limited English proficiency. | 2023-01-13T04:48:25Z | |
| 109-s-3172 | 109 | s | 3172 | Federal Interoperable Communications and Safety Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-25 | 2006-06-08 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5655-5656) | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 2 | Federal Interoperable Communications and Safety Act of 2006 - Establishes in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) an Office of Emergency Communications, headed by the Under Secretary for Emergency Communications. Requires the Under Secretary to: (1) assist the Secretary of DHS in developing and implementing a program to enhance public safety interoperable communications at all levels of government; (2) administer DHS's responsibilities relating to the SAFECOM program; (3) provide technical assistance to state, regional, and local government officials; (4) coordinate the establishment of a national response capability for the deployment of backup communications services; and (5) help to establish an integrated national public alert and warning system. Directs the Secretary, acting through the Under Secretary, to: (1) develop a National Emergency Communications Strategy to achieve interoperable emergency communications; (2) conduct periodic assessments of federal, state, and local government capabilities; (3) assess federal grants and standards programs managed by other federal agencies; (4) submit a plan to establish Regional Emergency Communications Working Groups; and (5) develop, manage, operate, and coordinate an integrated national public alert and warning system and develop an implementation plan. Establishes the Emergency Communications Preparedness Center to: (1) serve as the focal point for interagency efforts to address communications and as a clearinghouse for information on intergovernmental efforts to achieve nationwide interoperable emergency communications capabilities; (2) ensure cooperation among federal agencies; and (3) submit an annual assessment of federal efforts to implement the Strategy. | 2023-01-13T04:50:57Z | |
| 109-hr-5468 | 109 | hr | 5468 | Responsible Bioterrorism Funding Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-24 | 2006-06-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Fossella, Vito [R-NY-13] | NY | R | F000440 | 20 | Responsible Bioterrorism Funding Act of 2006 - Requires, for FY2007 and subsequent fiscal years, that all grants to states administered by the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for preparation for or response to bioterrorism be distributed in accordance with a risk-based formula predicated on a quantitative assessment of threat, vulnerability, and consequences. Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) develop such formula, which shall be established and provided to the HHS Secretary by March 31, 2006; and (2) periodically review (and revise as appropriate) the formula to accurately distribute funds based on risk. Makes a revision ineffective for a fiscal year unless it is approved by both Secretaries by July 1 of the preceding year. | 2023-01-13T04:48:26Z | |
| 109-sjres-37 | 109 | sjres | 37 | A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. | Emergency Management | 2006-05-24 | 2006-05-24 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5122-5123) | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 4 | Grants the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut and the Provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland. | 2023-01-13T04:50:52Z | |
| 109-s-2983 | 109 | s | 2983 | Natural Disaster Housing Reform Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-23 | 2006-05-23 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4969-4970) | Senate | Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] | LA | D | L000550 | 0 | Natural Disaster Housing Reform Act of 2006 - Makes the Department of Housing and Urban Development the primary federal agency responsible for coordinating and administering housing assistance in connection with any major disaster that will result in long-term housing needs. Prescribes guidelines for the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to implement such assistance. Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to direct the President, upon state request, to provide such housing assistance if the relevant major disaster will displace individuals or households from their predisaster primary residences, or will render such residences uninhabitable, for a period of 30 days or more. Instructs the President, when making any cost effectiveness determination, to consider whether manufactured modular housing can be provided at a federal cost less than the same cost necessary to provide other readily fabricated dwellings. Authorizes the President to provide financial assistance for: (1) the repair, to a safe and sanitary living or functioning condition, of existing rental units that will be used as alternate housing accommodations; and (2) permanent and semi-permanent housing construction in remote locations of declared major disaster or emergency in connection with Hurricane Katrina of 2005 during the period between August 28, 2005, and December 31, 2007. Permits the location in a special flood hazard zone, under the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, of any permanent, semi-permanent, or temporary housing, including any readily fabricated dwelling, manufactured housing, or manufactured modular housing. Instructs the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to develop detailed and comprehensive mass evacuation plans for individuals or households receiving assistance for the 18-month period following a disaster declaration. | 2023-01-13T04:48:13Z | |
| 109-hr-5441 | 109 | hr | 5441 | Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2007 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-22 | 2006-10-04 | Became Public Law No: 109-295. | House | Rep. Rogers, Harold [R-KY-5] | KY | R | R000395 | 210 | (This measure has not been amended since the Conference Report was filed in the House on September 28, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2007 - Title I: Departmental Management and Operations - Makes appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for FY2007 for: (1) the Office of the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) and executive management; (2) the Office of the Under Secretary for Management; (3) the Office of the Chief Financial Officer; (4) the Office of the Chief Information Officer; (5) analysis and operations; (6) the Office of the Federal Coordinator for Gulf Coast Rebuilding; and (7) the Office of Inspector General. Prohibits the obligation of specified amounts of the funds provided for the Office of the Secretary and executive management until the Secretary submits to Congress: (1) a comprehensive port, container, and cargo security strategic plan that requires screening all inbound cargo, doubles the percentage currently inspected, sets minimum standards for securing it, and includes the FY2007 performance requirements specified in the joint explanatory statement accompanying this Act; and (2) the Secure Border Initiative multiyear strategic plan (by no later than December 1, 2006). Directs the Inspector General to investigate and report to Congress on whether insurers under the Write-Your-Own program improperly attributed damages from Hurricane Katrina to flooding covered under the national flood insurance program rather than to windstorms covered by such insurers. Title II: Security, Enforcement, and Investigations - Makes FY2007 appropriations for: (1) the U.S. Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology (U.S.-VISIT) project; (2) Customs and Border Protection (CBP), including for hiring additional border patrol agents, customs and border protection automated systems, border security fencing, infrastructure, and technology, and air and marine interdiction; (3) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE… | 2023-03-24T16:27:29Z | |
| 109-hr-5448 | 109 | hr | 5448 | Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-22 | 2006-05-23 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 0 | Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council Act of 2006 - Establishes the Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council. Directs the Council to: (1) manage and oversee the implementation of a system-wide, comprehensive plan for Corps of Engineers projects that addresses hurricane protection, flood control, coastal and ecosystem restoration, storm surge damage reduction, or navigation in any area along the Louisiana coast in which a major disaster relating to Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita was declared by the President on or after August 29, 2005, in accordance with the comprehensive hurricane protection program authorized by Congress during 2005; (2) establish and carry out a 20-year demonstration program for the study, design, integrated implementation, and system-wide management of any project or component of a Corps project in such disaster area; and (3) develop recommendations for an emergency strategy to repair infrastructure relating to projects under the plan and to supplement the Corps' authority in any Louisiana area affected by a major disaster or emergency declared by the President to exist during the demonstration program period. Requires each Corps' study in the disaster area authorized during the period of such program to be conducted in accordance with it. Prohibits the Corps from implementing a report or recommendation of the Council until it is approved by specified congressional committees. Terminates the Council on December 31, 2026. | 2023-01-13T04:48:26Z | |
| 109-hconres-406 | 109 | hconres | 406 | Expressing the sense of Congress that the needs of children affected by major disasters are unique and should be given special consideration in conducting disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-05-17 | 2006-05-18 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2] | MS | D | T000193 | 6 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the needs of children affected by major disasters should be given special consideration in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities; and (2) the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) should conduct activities to address such needs. | 2023-01-13T04:48:33Z | |
| 109-s-2827 | 109 | s | 2827 | Privacy Officer With Enhanced Rights Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-17 | 2006-05-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4702) | Senate | Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] | HI | D | A000069 | 2 | Privacy Officer With Enhanced Rights Act of 2006 or the POWER Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the privacy officer of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) have access to all records and other materials available to DHS relating to programs and operations for which the privacy officer has responsibilities; (2) make necessary or desirable investigations and reports on the administration of DHS programs and operations; (3) subpoena the production, by persons other than federal agencies, of all information and other data and documentary evidence necessary to performance of the privacy officer's responsibilities; and (4) administer oaths, affirmations, or take affidavits. Requires: (1) the privacy officer to report to and be under the general supervision of the Secretary of DHS; and (2) the Secretary to report to Congress upon removing or transferring the officer to another position or location within DHS. | 2023-01-13T04:48:18Z | |
| 109-hr-5351 | 109 | hr | 5351 | National Emergency Management Reform and Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-11 | 2006-11-09 | Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Homeland Security. H. Rept. 109-712, Part I. | House | Rep. Reichert, David G. [R-WA-8] | WA | R | R000578 | 51 | National Emergency Management Reform and Enhancement Act of 2006 - Title I: Emergency Management - (Sec. 101) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (the Act) to provide for the establishment within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of a Directorate of Emergency Management (DEM) (replacing the Directorate of Emergency Preparedness and Response). Requires DEM to be headed by an Under Secretary for Emergency Management and to include Deputy Under Secretaries for: (1) Emergency Preparedness and Mitigation; and (2) Emergency Response and Recovery. Directs the Under Secretary to serve as a Cabinet Officer during an Incident of National Significance. Establishes: (1) in DEM a Regional Office of Emergency Management for each region of the United States; (2) in each Regional Office a Regional Advisory Council on Emergency Management. Lists: (1) core responsibilities of each Regional Director, including identifying critical gaps in regional capabilities to respond to the needs of at-risk communities; and (2) responsibilities of the Advisory Council, including to assist the Regional Director in establishing a process to secure goods and services through coordinated, pre-negotiated contracts by federal, state, local, and tribal governments. Establishes in DHS a Chief Medical Officer, who shall report directly to the Under Secretary for Emergency Management and shall be the principal advisor of the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) on medical and public health issues. Directs the Chief Medical Officer to establish a program to assess, monitor, and study the health and safety of emergency managers, response providers, and support providers following Incidents of National Significance declared by the Secretary under the National Response Plan. Requires the Secretary, acting through the Chief Medical Officer, to establish a National Biosurveillance Integration System, which shall be designed to rapidly detect a biological event that presents a risk to the United States or U.S. infrastructure or key assets. Es… | 2023-01-13T04:48:29Z | |
| 109-sconres-94 | 109 | sconres | 94 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the needs of children and youth affected or displaced by disasters are unique and should be given special consideration in planning, responding, and recovering from such disasters in the United States. | Emergency Management | 2006-05-11 | 2006-05-11 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4478) | Senate | Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] | MS | R | C000567 | 6 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the needs of children and youth affected by major disasters should be given special consideration in planning, responding to, and recovering from major disasters; and (2) the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) should consult with appropriate child-focused non-governmental organizations and public university national research centers to address such needs in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-s-2774 | 109 | s | 2774 | Local Disaster Contracting Fairness Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-10 | 2006-05-10 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Local Disaster Contracting Fairness Act of 2006 - Prohibits the head of an executive agency from entering into an agreement for debris removal or demolition services in connection with Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita reconstruction efforts unless the agreement specifies that: (1) all of the work under the contract will be performed by the prime contractor or one or more subcontractors at one tier under the contract; (2) any work performed under the contract by subcontractors will be performed by local subcontractors, except to the extent that local subcontractors are not available to perform any such work; (3) the prime contractor will act as the project manager or construction manager for the contract; and (4) the prime contractor has primary responsibility for managing all work under the contract and is to be paid a certain percentage of the overall value of the contract as sole compensation for assuming the risk associated with such responsibility. Requires the agency head, in entering into an agreement for debris removal or demolition services in connection with Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita reconstruction efforts, to give preference in the source selection process to each offeror who certifies that any work that is to be performed under the contract by subcontractors will be performed by local subcontractors. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | |
| 109-hr-5316 | 109 | hr | 5316 | Restoring Emergency Services to Protect Our Nation From Disasters Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-09 | 2006-12-08 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 434. | House | Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large] | AK | R | Y000033 | 114 | Restoring Emergency Services to Protect Our Nation from Disasters Act of 2006 or the RESPOND Act of 2006 - Title I: Establishment of an Independent Federal Emergency Management Agency - Subtitle A: Federal Emergency Management Agency - (Sec. 101) Reestablishes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as a cabinet-level independent establishment in the executive branch. Declares that FEMA's primary mission is to reduce the loss of life and property from all hazards, including major disasters, acts of terrorism, and other emergencies, by leading and supporting the nation in a risk-based, comprehensive, emergency management system of preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. (Sec. 102) Requires FEMA to: (1) have all functions and authorities prescribed by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster and Emergency Assistance Act; (2) carry out its mission by leading and supporting the nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness; (3) lead the federal government's continuity of operations programs; and (4) be the lead agency for the national response plan. (Sec. 103) Requires FEMA to be headed by a Director, appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (Sec. 104) Provides for an Office of the Inspector General within FEMA. (Sec. 105) Transfers to the Director the functions of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) relating to FEMA, other functions of DHS's Directorate for Preparedness (with specified exceptions), and the functions relating to FEMA under any other law. Subtitle B: Federal Emergency Management Agency Personnel - (Sec. 121) Requires the Director to develop a human capital strategy, which shall include: (1) a workforce development strategy; (2) an assessment of workforce characteristics and future needs; and (3) an analysis of how FEMA's human resources policies and programs align with its mission, strategic goals, and performance outcomes. Authorizes recruitment and retention bonuses. Establishes within FEMA a disaster workforce … | 2023-01-13T04:48:30Z | |
| 109-s-2771 | 109 | s | 2771 | Disaster Housing Flexibility Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-09 | 2006-05-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Disaster Housing Flexibility Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to direct the President, in making any determination of housing disaster assistance cost effectiveness, to: (1) consider if manufactured modular housing can be provided at a cost to the government less than that of other readily fabricated dwellings; and (2) seek recipient consent before providing assistance for such housing. Declares that any individual or household rejecting manufactured modular housing assistance shall remain eligible for any other available disaster or emergency housing assistance. Permits federal financial assistance for semi-permanent housing construction in any major disaster or emergency area declared in connection with Hurricane Katrina of 2005. Permits permanent, semi-permanent, or temporary housing located in any area having special flood hazards under the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973. Prescribes guidelines for individual sites for manufactured modular housing. Instructs the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to develop and maintain detailed and comprehensive mass evacuation plans for assistance recipients. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | |
| 109-s-2756 | 109 | s | 2756 | A bill to authorize the President to utilize Federal equipment, supplies, facilities, personnel, and other non-monetary resources to assist utility companies that contribute to recovery efforts from the effects of a major disaster. | Emergency Management | 2006-05-05 | 2006-05-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 0 | Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to authorize the President, in a major disaster, to utilize federal equipment, supplies, facilities, personnel, and other non-monetary resources to assist a qualified utility company (a private, for-profit entity that provides essential service and is contributing to efforts to recover from the effects of a major disaster), in exchange for reasonable compensation. Directs the President to establish a mechanism to set reasonable compensation for the provision of such assistance. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | |
| 109-hr-5286 | 109 | hr | 5286 | Secure Traveler Improvement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-05-03 | 2006-05-09 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 5 | Secure Traveler Improvement Act of 2006 - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) merge the Free and Secure Trade program (FAST, a joint United States-Canada program offering pre-authorized importers, carriers, and drivers expedited clearance processes for eligible goods) and the NEXUS program (a joint United States-Canada program designed to simplify border crossings for pre-approved, low risk travellers) dedicated commuter lane system into a single procedure, with common eligibility and security screening requirements, enrollment processes, and sanctions regimes; (2) ensure that the procedures for the NEXUS Highway, NEXUS Marine, and NEXUS Air programs are integrated into such single procedure, and the processes relating to eligibility and security screening are identical to those for the FAST program; (3) integrate databases and information systems to permit any identification card issued to a participant to operate in all locations; (4) design an on-line application process; and (5) develop enrollment plans that do not exceed $20 per card. Directs the Secretary, in consultation with the government of Canada, to: (1) equip specified border crossings in Michigan, New York, North Dakota, Montana, and Minnesota with NEXUS technology; and (2) create at least six remote and four mobile FAST and NEXUS enrollment centers. States that the program card shall satisfy certain travel document requirements for travel into the United States by U.S. citizens and for individuals whose document requirements have been waived under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Directs the Secretary to establish a single process for conducting security screening and background checks for any of the following programs: (1) the transportation worker identification credential; (2) the security risk determination and related background checks performed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as part of the Department of Transportation hazardous materials endorsement credentialing program; (3) the FAST and NEXUS programs… | 2023-01-13T04:48:31Z | |
| 109-hr-5265 | 109 | hr | 5265 | Community Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program Act | Emergency Management | 2006-05-02 | 2006-05-03 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. | House | Rep. Hooley, Darlene [D-OR-5] | OR | D | H000762 | 2 | Community Hazard Assessment and Mitigation Program Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), to provide grants to certain areas to prepare for a tsunami. Requires the Director to: (1) give priority to areas in which the likelihood of a tsunami striking in the next 50 years is 10% or greater; and (2) award grants to state, territory, local, or tribal emergency management departments on a competitive basis considering financial need, benefit to the community, and a demonstrated ability to cooperate with other emergency services providers. Authorizes the use of grant funds to: (1) establish or improve warning systems; (2) purchase public safety agency rescue equipment; (3) reinforce buildings and facilities in maintaining continuity of critical services; (4) provide post-tsunami shelters and supplies; and (5) develop outreach programs to educate residents and tourists about different types of tsunamis and how to react to each type. Sets forth matching fund requirements, based on population. Requires the Director to: (1) determine if grant recipients meet National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) certification standards; and (2) evaluate the effectiveness and tsunami readiness of programs established pursuant to his Act. | 2023-01-13T04:48:32Z | |
| 109-hr-5272 | 109 | hr | 5272 | Firefighters Special Operation Task Force Act | Emergency Management | 2006-05-02 | 2006-05-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Research. | House | Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-18] | NY | D | L000480 | 1 | Firefighters Special Operation Task Force Act - Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize the Administrator of the U.S. Fire Administration to award up to 100 grants for task forces (two or more fire services that collectively consist of at least 50 firefighting personnel, operating under a cooperative agreement to coordinate incident response) each fiscal year for: (1) salary and benefits to hire firefighting personnel; (2) training; (3) equipment or support systems; (4) communications between task force members and a local police department or hospital or with any other appropriate governmental or private sector entity; and (5) compatibility and interoperability of training and equipment. Requires the Administrator to give priority to task forces serving geographic areas that have a high population density or that are located within 50 miles of: (1) a nuclear power facility; (2) a large facility that produces, treats, or refines chemicals or petroleum products; (3) a business district of national significance; or (4) a location with one or more critical infrastructures. Requires grantees to obtain non-federal matching funds of at least 55% of the amount awarded by the Administrator for each fiscal year. | 2023-01-13T04:48:31Z | |
| 109-hr-5178 | 109 | hr | 5178 | To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a study to identify best practices for the communication of information concerning a terrorist threat, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-04-25 | 2006-05-02 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Fossella, Vito [R-NY-13] | NY | R | F000440 | 1 | Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of National Intelligence to conduct jointly, or contract with an entity to conduct, a study of the operations of federal, state, and local government entities to identify best practices for the communication of information concerning a terrorist threat. Requires the Secretary to make grants for the establishment and operation of three centers (in New York City, Detroit, and Los Angeles) to implement the best practices for the processing, analysis, and dissemination of terrorist threat information. | 2023-01-13T04:48:43Z | |
| 109-hr-5191 | 109 | hr | 5191 | Homeland Security Transparency Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-04-25 | 2006-05-03 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Science, and Technology. | House | Rep. Weiner, Anthony D. [D-NY-9] | NY | D | W000792 | 0 | Homeland Security Transparency Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) require homeland security grant recipients to submit quarterly reports on each expenditure made using grant funds; and (2) publish and make publicly available on the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Internet website a description of each such expenditure. | 2023-01-13T04:48:43Z | |
| 109-s-2599 | 109 | s | 2599 | Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-04-07 | 2006-09-19 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9719-9720) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 30 | Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to prohibit any U.S. officer or employee, or person operating under color of federal law, under control of a federal official, or providing services to such person, while acting in support of relief from a major disaster or emergency, from: (1) seizing, or authorizing seizure of, any firearm the possession of which is not prohibited under federal or state law, other than for forfeiture in compliance with federal law or as evidence in a criminal investigation; (2) requiring registration of any firearm for which registration is not required by federal or state law; (3) prohibiting possession of any firearm in any place or by any person where such possession is not otherwise prohibited; or (4) prohibiting the carrying of a firearm by any person otherwise authorized to carry firearms, solely because such person is operating under the direction, control, or supervision of a federal agency in support of relief from a major disaster or emergency. Authorizes any individual aggrieved by a violation of this Act to seek relief by bringing an action for redress and by bringing a civil action in U.S. district court for return of a confiscated firearm. | 2023-01-13T04:48:37Z | |
| 109-s-2619 | 109 | s | 2619 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-04-07 | 2006-04-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Pryor, Mark L. [D-AR] | AR | D | P000590 | 0 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 - Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to place a manufactured home purchased by FEMA between August 1, 2005, and this Act's enactment date in a floodway or costal high hazard area or in a flood plain (without elevating such home up to the base flood level or without complying with specified decision-making processes and mitigation requirements) to house an individual displaced by Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita, upon request from or on behalf of such individual, provided the Director has received an evacuation plan from the state or local government officials for the area of placement. Bars civil actions against the federal government for damages related to the flooding of a home that is the subject of such placement. Requires the Director to provide any person provided such a home with written notice of the potential risks associated with such placement and such limitations on liability. | 2023-01-13T04:48:36Z | |
| 109-hr-5144 | 109 | hr | 5144 | To provide for supply chain security cooperation between Department of Homeland Security and the private sector, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-04-06 | 2006-04-17 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 0 | Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) develop a secure electronic data interchange system to collect from and share risk information related to securing the supply chain with appropriate private sector entities; (2) establish uniform procedures for the receipt, care, and storage of supply chain security information that is voluntarily submitted to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the system; and (3) develop protocols for determining appropriate private sector personnel who shall have access to the system, including designated security officers within companies determined to be low risk through participation in the U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism program. Restricts the use and disclosure of such voluntarily submitted information and sets penalties for unauthorized disclosure by federal officers or employees. Authorizes the Secretary to provide warnings to relevant companies, targeted sectors, other governmental entities, or the general public regarding potential risks to the supply chain. | 2023-01-13T04:48:44Z | |
| 109-s-2587 | 109 | s | 2587 | Firefighters Special Operation Task Force Act | Emergency Management | 2006-04-06 | 2006-04-06 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. | Senate | Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] | NY | D | S000148 | 0 | Firefighters Special Operation Task Force Act - Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize the Administrator of the U.S. Fire Administration to award grants to a task force (two or more fire services operating under a cooperative agreement to coordinate incident response within a geographic area) for: (1) salary and benefits to hire or rehire firefighting personnel to provide services to the task force; (2) expenses related to the participation of firefighting personnel in appropriate training courses offered by the Department of Homeland Security, the National Fire Academy, or a state or local fire academy; (3) training related to incident response; (4) appropriate equipment or support systems for task force members; or (5) improved communications between task force members and a local police department or hospital. Requires the Administrator, in selecting grantees, to give priority to task forces serving geographic areas within 50 miles of: (1) a nuclear power facility; (2) a large facility that produces, treats, or refines chemicals or petroleum products; (3) a business district of national significance; or (4) a location with one or more critical infrastructures. Requires grantees to provide non-federal matching funds of at least 55% of the amount awarded by the Administrator for each fiscal year. | 2023-01-13T04:48:37Z | |
| 109-s-2548 | 109 | s | 2548 | Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-04-05 | 2006-04-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] | AK | R | S000888 | 21 | Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to require the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to ensure that state and local emergency preparedness operational plans address the needs of individuals with household pets and service animals. Authorizes the Director to: (1) study and develop plans that address such needs; and (2) make financial contributions to the states and local authorities for animal emergency preparedness purposes, including for emergency shelter facilities. | 2023-01-13T04:48:38Z | |
| 109-s-2483 | 109 | s | 2483 | Law Enforcement Assistance Force Act of 2005 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-30 | 2006-03-30 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV] | NV | R | E000194 | 2 | Law Enforcement Assistance Force Act of 2005 or LEAF Act - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a Law Enforcement Assistance Force (Force) to facilitate the contributions of retired law enforcement officers and agents during major disasters. Outlines Force eligibility requirements. Authorizes the Secretary to request eligible participants to assist efforts of federal, state, or local government law enforcement agencies in responding to such disasters. Requires a participant to remain in an assignment for the lesser of: (1) the period during which the law enforcement agency needs such services; or (2) 30 days. | 2023-01-13T04:48:48Z | |
| 109-s-2486 | 109 | s | 2486 | Chemical Security and Safety Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-30 | 2006-03-30 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2606-2611) | Senate | Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] | NJ | D | L000123 | 6 | Chemical Security and Safety Act of 2006 - Establishes a general duty by each owner and operator of a stationary source (as defined under the Clean Air Act) that produces, processes, handles, or stores any substance of concern to: (1) identify hazards that may result from a criminal release; (2) take necessary actions to prevent criminal releases; and (3) eliminate or significantly reduce the consequences of any such release. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to promulgate regulations to: (1) designate certain stationary sources and substances of concern as high priority; and (2) require each owner or operator of a high priority stationary source to detect, prevent, and eliminate or significantly reduce the consequences of criminal releases that may harm public health or safety. Requires each such owner or operator to: (1) report to the Secretary with a vulnerability assessment and a prevention, preparedness, and response plan; (2) establish a safety and security committee for that source if it has 15 or more full-time equivalent employees; and (3) annually provide each employee with four hours of training regarding requirements of this Act. Directs the Secretary and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a program to conduct regular inspections of stationary sources. Authorizes the Secretary to issue orders directing compliance with this Act and sets penalties for noncompliance. Requires the Secretary and the Administrator to promulgate regulations requiring high priority stationary sources to participate in emergency preparedness exercises. Directs the Secretary to establish an information clearinghouse to assist stationary sources in complying with this Act. Prohibits discrimination against employees who disclose violations of this Act or threats to public health or safety relating to chemical security or improper releases. | 2023-01-13T04:48:48Z | |
| 109-hr-5013 | 109 | hr | 5013 | Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-28 | 2006-08-04 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 154 | Disaster Recovery Personal Protection Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to prohibit any U.S. officer or employee or any person operating under federal authority, while acting in support of relief from a major disaster or emergency, from: (1) seizing or prohibiting possession of any firearm the possession of which is not otherwise prohibited (other than for forfeiture in compliance with federal law or as evidence in a criminal investigation); (2) requiring registration of any firearm not otherwise required; or (3) prohibiting the carrying of a firearm by any person otherwise authorized to carry a firearm. Provides that nothing under this Act shall be construed to prohibit requiring the temporary surrender of a firearm as a condition for entry into any mode of transportation used for rescue or evacuation during a major disaster or emergency. Authorizes any individual aggrieved by a violation of this Act to seek relief by bringing an action for redress for deprivation of rights and by bringing a civil action in U.S. district court for return of a confiscated firearm. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-5017 | 109 | hr | 5017 | Ensuring Implementation of the 9/11 Commission Report Act | Emergency Management | 2006-03-28 | 2006-04-20 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities. | House | Rep. Shays, Christopher [R-CT-4] | CT | R | S001144 | 12 | Ensuring Implementation of the 9/11 Commission Report Act - Homeland Emergency Response Operations Act or the HERO Act - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to require the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to complete assignment of the electromagnetic spectrum for public safety services to permit operation by January 1, 2007. Faster and Smarter Funding for First Responders Act of 2005 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant program to assist state and local governments in achieving essential capabilities for terrorism preparedness. Directs the Secretary to: (1) establish an Office of the Comptroller within the Office for Domestic Preparedness, a First Responder Grants Board, and a Task Force on Terrorism Preparedness for First Responders; and (2) promulgate national voluntary standards for first responder equipment. Requires reports by: (1) DHS on a unified incident command system, a national critical infrastructure risk and vulnerabilities assessment, the comprehensive screening system, a biometric entry and exit data system, international collaboration on border and document security, and standardization of secure identification; (2) the Comptroller General on private sector preparedness, federal first responder training programs, and terrorist watch list consolidation; (3) the Secretary of Transportation on a national strategy for transportation security and on airline passenger screening; (4) the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center on collection and analysis of intelligence on terrorist travel; and (5) the Commissioner of Social Security on social security card security enhancements. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require fingerprints in passports. Requires specified reports on the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission and the policy goals of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. Requires certification by the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Defense as to whether the federal governme… | 2023-01-13T04:48:55Z | |
| 109-hr-5028 | 109 | hr | 5028 | Project Bioshield Material Threats Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-28 | 2006-04-19 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman . | House | Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7] | GA | R | L000321 | 8 | Project Bioshield Material Threats Act of 2006 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to require the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) to utilize existing risk assessments to assess current and emerging threats of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear agents and determine which of such agents present a material threat against the U.S. population sufficient to affect national security. Requires the Secretary to group such assessments to facilitate assessments by the Secretary of Health and Human Services on the availability and appropriateness of specific countermeasures to address more than one such agent or address adverse health consequences that are common to exposure to different agents. Requires the Secretary to complete assessments by December 31, 2007, for those agents known to the Secretary by the date of enactment of this Act that are capable of significantly affecting national security. Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to reauthorize appropriations through FY2009 for the Secretary to carry out such terror threat assessments. Authorizes additional appropriations to enable the Secretary to meet the deadlines established under this Act. | 2023-01-13T04:48:55Z | |
| 109-hr-5029 | 109 | hr | 5029 | Prevention of Nuclear Terrorism Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-28 | 2006-03-28 | Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. | House | Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7] | GA | R | L000321 | 10 | Prevention of Nuclear Terrorism Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for the establishment within the Department of Homeland Security of a Domestic Nuclear Detection Office. Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to vest in the Office's Director the primary responsibility for: (1) administering the Department's nuclear and radiological detection and prevention functions and assets; and (2) coordinating such administration with other federal detection and prevention activities. Requires the Director to: (1) coordinate the government's implementation of a global nuclear detection architecture; (2) carry out a research and development program and a program to test and evaluate technology; (3) develop and execute a strategy for the acquisition and deployment of detection systems; (4) continuously monitor detection information received from foreign and domestic detection systems to maintain a situational awareness of all nuclear threats; (5) gather and archive detection data measurements taken of benign activities; (6) coordinate with other agencies to ensure that the detection of unauthorized nuclear explosive devices or radiological material is promptly reported; (7) assess nuclear threats communicated by federal, state, tribal, or local officials and provide adequate capability for swift and effective incident resolution; (8) develop and implement security standards for the protection of classified or sensitive information; (9) perform research, development, and acquisition activities pertaining to forensic analysis and attribution of nuclear and radiological attacks; and (10) utilize classified and unclassified threat assessments in designing the architecture. Establishes within the Office an Advisory Council on Nuclear Detection. Requires the Director to establish an interagency coordination council. | 2023-01-13T04:48:55Z | |
| 109-hr-4973 | 109 | hr | 4973 | Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-06-28 | Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 501. | House | Rep. Baker, Richard H. [R-LA-6] | LA | R | B000072 | 1 | Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2006 - (Sec. 3) Instructs the Comptroller General to study and report to Congress on the status of the national flood insurance program for certain pre-FIRM properties (properties not constructed or improved after specified dates). Prescribes study contents, including extension of mandatory flood insurance coverage purchase requirements to: (1) properties located in any area that would be designated as having special flood hazards but for the existence of a structural flood protection system; and (2) property located in any area having special flood hazards which secures the repayment of specified loans. (Sec. 4) Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, with respect to the chargeable premium rate for actuarial rate properties in an area (or area subdivision), to include: (1) nonresidential properties; (2) non-primary residences; and (3) certain pre-FIRM properties constructed or substantially improved before December 31, 1974, (or before the effective date of the initial rate map for the area) and purchased after the enactment of this Act. Sets forth a phase-in period for increased actuarial rates for premiums for such properties and residences covered under the national flood insurance program. (Sec. 5) Reduces from 30 days to 15 days the waiting period before the effective date of flood insurance policies. Excepts from the waiting period requirement the initial purchase of flood insurance coverage in connection with the purchase or other transfer of the property for which the coverage is provided (regardless of whether a loan is involved in the purchase or transfer transaction). (Sec. 6) Amends the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 to increase civil monetary penalties: (1) from $350 to $2,000 for each regulated lender violation; and (2) from $100,000 to $1 million the total amount of penalties that may be assessed against any single regulated lending institution or enterprise during any calendar year. (Sec. 7) Amends the National Flood Insurance Act … | 2023-01-13T04:48:46Z | |
| 109-hr-4998 | 109 | hr | 4998 | Disaster Assistance Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-03-17 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Schwartz, Allyson Y. [D-PA-13] | PA | D | S001162 | 24 | Disaster Assistance Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 2006 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to prohibit the termination or demotion of, or other discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment against, an employee who, when activated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as a disaster assistance employee reservist, is absent from or late to work. Makes this provision inapplicable if such person is absent for more than 90 days per calendar year. Allows an employer to: (1) charge against the employee's regular pay any time that an employee loses from employment because of such activation; and (2) request the employee to provide written verification from FEMA of the time and dates of such activation. Requires any such employee to make a reasonable effort to notify his or her employer of such absences or lateness. Authorizes a person who has been terminated, demoted, or otherwise discriminated against in violation of this Act to bring a civil action in U.S. district court if the action is commenced within one year after the violation. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-4999 | 109 | hr | 4999 | Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-04-24 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Security, Infrastructure Protection, and Cybersecurity. | House | Rep. Shays, Christopher [R-CT-4] | CT | R | S001144 | 1 | Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 - Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to: (1) establish criteria for designating chemical sources, using specified risk factors, and evaluating the types of facilities (other than Department of Defense or Department of Energy facilities) in consideration; and (2) designate chemical sources already in existence. Directs the Secretary to promulgate rules establishing a risk-based tier system of chemical sources, based on such criteria, which enables a chemical source to develop appropriate site-specific measures to meet the security performance standards established for the applicable tier. Requires such rules to provide guidance to the chemical source owner or operator on steps that would enable the source to move to a lower risk tier. Directs the Secretary to promulgate regulations that require chemical source owners or operators to make vulnerability assessments, site security plans, and emergency response plans. Requires chemical sources regulated under the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA-regulated facilities) to comply with this Act. Requires the Secretary to establish an office under the Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection that shall be responsible for implementing and enforcing this Act. Directs the Secretary to establish in each Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Region an Infrastructure Protection Regional Security Office. Establishes Area Security Committees for geographic areas designated by the Secretary, which shall prepare Area Security Plans for the Secretary's approval. Directs the Secretary to conduct drills and exercises periodically in each area for which an Area Security Plan is required and under the site security plan and emergency response plans of relevant chemical sources. Authorizes the Secretary to order mandatory security measures for a chemical source if the Secretary determines that additional measures are necessary to respond to a threat assessment or to a specific threat against the chemical sector… | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-5001 | 109 | hr | 5001 | Homeland Security Information Sharing Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-03-21 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Simmons, Rob [R-CT-2] | CT | R | S001152 | 1 | Homeland Security Information Sharing Enhancement Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Under Secretary for Information and Analysis to implement a Homeland Security Advisory System to provide advisories and alerts regarding threats to homeland security. Requires such an advisory or alert to: (1) include information on protective measures and countermeasures; (2) be limited in scope to a specific region, locality, or economic sector; and (3) not use color designations as the exclusive means of specifying threat conditions. Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) integrate and standardize the information of the Department's intelligence components into a Department information-sharing environment; and (2) designate, for each such component, an information-sharing and knowledge management officer. Requires the Under Secretary to: (1) establish Department-wide procedures for the review and analysis of information gathered from state, local, tribal, and private-sector sources; (2) develop mechanisms to provide analytical and operational feedback; (3) provide Department employees training and educational opportunities; and (4) evaluate how employees of the Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the Department's intelligence components are utilizing homeland security information. Directs the Secretary, acting through the Chief Intelligence Officer, to establish a comprehensive information technology architecture for such Office. Makes the Secretary the executive branch official responsible for disseminating homeland security-related terrorist threat information to state and local government and tribal officials and the private sector. Prohibits any federal official from issuing a homeland security-related analysis, advisory, or alert without the Secretary's approval, with exceptions. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-5002 | 109 | hr | 5002 | Homeland Security Information Sharing Partnerships Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-03-23 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Simmons, Rob [R-CT-2] | CT | R | S001152 | 1 | Homeland Security Information Sharing Partnerships Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a State, Local, and Tribal Information Fusion Center Initiative to establish partnerships with state, local, tribal, and regional information fusion centers (designated entities that serve as data analysis and dissemination centers for potentially relevant homeland security information). Specifies the Secretary's duties through such Initiative, including: (1) coordinating with the principal official of each state, local, tribal, or regional information fusion center and the official designated as the Homeland Security Advisor of the State; (2) providing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) operational and intelligence advice and assistance to such centers; (3) reviewing homeland security information gathered by such centers and incorporate relevant information with Department information; and (4) providing training to such centers and encourage them to participate in terrorist threat-related exercises conducted by the Department. Requires the Secretary to report to specified congressional committees with a concept of operations for the Initiative, including a privacy and civil liberties impact assessment. Directs the Secretary, acting through the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis, to establish a Homeland Security Information Sharing Fellows Program. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-5003 | 109 | hr | 5003 | Homeland Security Open Source Intelligence Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-03-22 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Simmons, Rob [R-CT-2] | CT | R | S001152 | 1 | Homeland Security Open Source Intelligence Enhancement Act of 2006 - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure that: (1) the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis and the Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection make full and efficient use of open-source intelligence (intelligence that is produced from publicly available information) by acquiring, gathering, processing, and analyzing open-source information to produce open-source intelligence products; and (2) the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) makes full and efficient use of such information to analyze U.S. critical infrastructure nodes from the perspective of terrorists using publicly available information. Directs the Secretary to share such analysis with appropriate federal, state, local, tribal, and private-sector officials. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-hr-5004 | 109 | hr | 5004 | To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to provide for an Office of Intelligence and Analysis and an Office of Infrastructure Protection, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2006-03-16 | 2006-03-23 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence, Information Sharing, and Terrorism Risk Assessment. | House | Rep. Simmons, Rob [R-CT-2] | CT | R | S001152 | 1 | Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to: (1) rename the Directorate for Information Analysis and Infrastructure Protection as the Office of Intelligence and Analysis and the Under Secretary for such Directorate as the Under Secretary for Intelligence and Analysis; (2) expand the intelligence-related duties of the Under Secretary; (3) establish within the Office of Intelligence and Analysis an Internal Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan to assure the continuation of intelligence operations during emergencies; (4) specify the responsibilities of each intelligence component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS); and (5) establish an Office of Infrastructure Protection within DHS to be headed by an Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection. | 2023-01-13T04:48:56Z | |
| 109-s-2421 | 109 | s | 2421 | Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-15 | 2006-07-19 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7850) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 1 | Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council Act of 2006 - Establishes the Louisiana Hurricane and Flood Protection Council. Directs the Council to: (1) manage and oversee the implementation of a system-wide, comprehensive plan for Corps of Engineers projects that addresses hurricane protection, flood control, coastal and ecosystem restoration, storm surge damage reduction, or navigation in any area along the Louisiana coast in which a major disaster relating to Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita was declared by the President on or after August 29, 2005, in accordance with the comprehensive hurricane protection program authorized by Congress during 2005; (2) establish and carry out a 20-year demonstration program for the study, design, integrated implementation, and system-wide management of any project or component of a Corps project in such disaster area; and (3) develop recommendations for an emergency strategy to repair infrastructure relating to projects under the plan and to supplement the Corps' authority in any Louisiana area affected by a major disaster or emergency declared by the President to exist during the demonstration program period. Requires each Corps' study in the disaster area authorized during the period of such program to be conducted in accordance with it. Prohibits the Corps from implementing a report or recommendation of the Council until it is approved by specified congressional committees. Terminates the Council on December 31, 2026. | 2023-01-13T04:48:50Z | |
| 109-hr-4941 | 109 | hr | 4941 | Homeland Security Science and Technology Enhancement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-14 | 2006-12-08 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 432. | House | Rep. Reichert, David G. [R-WA-8] | WA | R | R000578 | 8 | Homeland Security Science and Technology Enhancement Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) (the Secretary), acting through the Under Secretary for Science and Technology (the Under Secretary), and in consultation with other components of DHS, as, appropriate, and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), to support the development, promulgation, and updating as necessary of national voluntary consensus standards for homeland security equipment. Allows the Secretary, in coordination with the Director of NIST, to support the certification of equipment and the accreditation of laboratories to conduct testing and evaluation. Sets forth special rules concerning equipment standards and DHS acquisitions and DHS-supported acquisitions of new equipment and systems. Directs the Secretary, acting through the Under Secretary, and in consultation with other DHS components, as, appropriate, to support the development, promulgation, and regular updating as necessary of national voluntary consensus standards for homeland security training. Instructs the Secretary to consult with relevant public and private groups, including those specified. Requires the Secretary in supporting the development, promulgation, and updating of any national voluntary consensus standards for equipment or training of emergency response providers that involve or relate to health or emergency medical services professionals to coordinate activities with the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Secretary of Transportation. Requires the Secretary, in carrying out this section, to comply with the requirements of the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act regarding the use of consensus technical standards by federal agencies and departments. (Sec. 3) Directs the Secretary to complete the establishment of the Technology Clearinghouse. Requires the establishment of a homeland security technology transfer program to facilitate the identification, modification, and c… | 2023-01-13T04:48:58Z | |
| 109-hr-4942 | 109 | hr | 4942 | Promoting Antiterrorism Capabilities Through International Cooperation Act | Emergency Management | 2006-03-14 | 2006-11-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-3] | NY | R | K000210 | 12 | Promoting Antiterrorism Capabilities Through International Cooperation Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to authorize the Under Secretary for Science and Technology of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to carry out international cooperative activities and, in carrying out such activities, to: (1) conduct such activities jointly with other agencies; (2) award grants and enter into cooperative agreements or contracts with U.S. governmental organizations, businesses, federally funded research and development centers, institutions of higher education, and foreign public or private entities; (3) form partnerships with U.S. allies in the global war on terrorism; and (4) facilitate the development of information sharing and other cooperative mechanisms with foreign countries to strengthen American preparedness against threats to the nation's agricultural and public health sectors from exotic diseases. Directs the Under Secretary to ensure that funding and resources expended in international cooperative activities will be equitably matched by the foreign partner organization. Directs the Under Secretary to establish the Science and Technology Homeland Security International Cooperative Program to facilitate international cooperative activities throughout the Science and Technology Directorate. Provides that the Program shall be headed by a Director, who shall be responsible for developing mechanisms and legal frameworks to allow and to support international cooperative activities in support of homeland security research. Requires the Director to: (1) facilitate the matching of U.S. entities with non-U.S. entities that may partner in homeland security research activities; (2) ensure that activities are coordinated with those of other DHS components and other relevant research agencies; and (3) periodically support the planning and execution of international homeland security technology workshops and conferences. Authorizes appropriations to the Secretary, to be derived from amounts otherwise authorize… | 2023-01-13T04:48:57Z | |
| 109-hr-4954 | 109 | hr | 4954 | SAFE Port Act | Emergency Management | 2006-03-14 | 2006-10-13 | Became Public Law No: 109-347. | House | Rep. Lungren, Daniel E. [R-CA-3] | CA | R | L000517 | 229 | (This measure has not been amended since the Conference Report was filed in the House on September 29, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Security and Accountability For Every Port Act of 2006 or the SAFE Port Act - Title I: Security of United States Seaports - Subtitle A: General Provisions - (Sec. 101) Amends the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA) to require area maritime transportation security plans to include a salvage response plan to identify equipment capable of restoring operational trade capacity and to ensure that waterways are cleared as quickly as possible after a maritime transportation security incident (defined as a security incident resulting in significant loss of life, environmental damage, transportation system disruption, or economic disruption in a particular area).(Sec. 102) Requires vessel and security plans under MTSA to regulate access by persons (including drayage companies) engaged in the surface transportation of intermodal containers in or out of a facility (i.e., a structure or facility of any kind located in, on, under, or adjacent to any waters subject to U.S. jurisdiction). Requires the submission of a new vessel and security plan after a change of ownership or operation of a facility.Requires U.S. citizenship for individuals implementing security actions for a facility, but allows a waiver of such requirement after a complete background check and review of terrorist watch lists. (Sec. 103) Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security (Secretary) to verify, at least twice annually, the effectiveness of a vessel and facility security plan, with at least one of the inspections to be unannounced. (Sec. 104) Imposes additional requirements under MTSA for issuing transportation security cards, including requiring the Secretary to: (1) establish a priority for each U.S. port based on risk; (2) implement the transportation security card program at all U.S. ports not later than January 1, 2009; and (3) process all applications for transportation security … | 2023-03-24T16:27:28Z | |
| 109-hconres-356 | 109 | hconres | 356 | Calling upon the President to meet with a joint session of Congress to discuss the Government's plan for post-Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts. | Emergency Management | 2006-03-13 | 2006-03-14 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. | House | Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-35] | CA | D | W000187 | 21 | Expresses the sense of Congress that there is a need for a swift, effective, and well-coordinated response to carry out recovery efforts for individuals and areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. Calls upon the President to meet with a joint session of Congress to discuss the government's plan for post-Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts. | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-hr-4888 | 109 | hr | 4888 | To amend the provision regarding the emergency watershed protection program in the Department of Defense, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations to Address Hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico, and Pandemic Influenza Act, 2006, to restore the discretion of the Secretary of Agriculture to waive or reduce the non-Federal cost share requirements of the program. | Emergency Management | 2006-03-07 | 2006-05-31 | Favorable Executive Comment Received from USDA. | House | Rep. Boustany, Charles W., Jr. [R-LA-7] | LA | R | B001255 | 4 | Amends the Department of Defense, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations to Address Hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico, and Pandemic Influenza Act, 2006 to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to waive or reduce the emergency watershed protection program non-federal cost share requirement if the Secretary determines that immediate action is or was required for environmental or safety concerns and the local partner cannot or could not financially participate. | 2023-01-13T04:48:59Z | |
| 109-hr-4874 | 109 | hr | 4874 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-02 | 2006-03-14 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H964) | House | Rep. Ross, Mike [D-AR-4] | AR | D | R000573 | 12 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to place a manufactured home purchased by FEMA between August 1, 2005, and this Act's enactment date in a floodway or costal high hazard area or in a flood plain (without elevating such home up to the base flood level or without complying with specified decision-making processes and mitigation requirements) to house an individual displaced by Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita. Bars civil actions against the federal government for damages related to the flooding of a home that is the subject of such placement. Requires the Director to provide any person provided such a home with written notice of the potential risks associated with such placement and such limitations on liability. | 2023-01-13T04:48:59Z | |
| 109-hr-4840 | 109 | hr | 4840 | PREPARE Act | Emergency Management | 2006-03-01 | 2006-03-07 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Integration, and Oversight. | House | Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2] | MS | D | T000193 | 12 | Plan to Restore Excellence and Professional Accountability in Responding to Emergencies Act or the PREPARE Act - Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): (1) be headed by a Director appointed by the President from individuals who possess demonstrated ability in, knowledge of, and extensive background in emergency or disaster-related management; and (2) have one Deputy Director appointed by the Director from individuals with such qualifications. Replaces the Under Secretary for Emergency Preparedness and Response with an Under Secretary of Preparedness and Response, who shall be responsible for: (1) FEMA and service as the Director of FEMA; (2) the Chief Medical Officer; (3) the Assistant Secretary for Grants and Training; (4) the U.S. Fire Administration; and (5) functions performed by the Assistant Secretary for Cyber Security and Telecommunications, the Assistant Secretary for Infrastructure Protection, and the Director of the Office of National Capital Region Coordination. Requires the Under Secretary to report directly to the President during the effective period of an Incident of National Significance declared by the Secretary of Homeland Security under the National Response Plan. | 2023-01-13T04:49:00Z | |
| 109-s-2343 | 109 | s | 2343 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-03-01 | 2006-03-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Pryor, Mark L. [D-AR] | AR | D | P000590 | 0 | Hope Housing Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to place a manufactured home purchased by FEMA between August 1, 2005, and this Act's enactment date in a floodway or costal high hazard area or in a flood plain (without elevating such home up to the base flood level or without complying with specified decision-making processes and mitigation requirements) to house an individual displaced by Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita. Bars civil actions against the federal government for damages related to the flooding of a home that is the subject of such placement. Requires the Director to provide any person provided such a home with written notice of the potential risks associated with such placement and such limitations on liability. | 2023-01-13T04:48:52Z | |
| 109-s-2299 | 109 | s | 2299 | A bill to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to restore Federal aid for the repair, restoration, and replacement of private nonprofit educational facilities that are damaged or destroyed by a major disaster. | Emergency Management | 2006-02-16 | 2006-02-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] | LA | D | L000550 | 1 | Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to restore federal aid for the repair, restoration, and replacement of private nonprofit educational facilities damaged or destroyed by a major disaster. | 2023-01-13T04:49:04Z | |
| 109-s-2302 | 109 | s | 2302 | Federal Emergency Management Improvement Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-02-16 | 2006-02-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] | MS | R | L000447 | 8 | Federal Emergency Management Improvement Act of 2006 - Reestablishes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as an independent establishment in the executive branch. Requires FEMA to be headed by a Director appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. Requires FEMA to: (1) include all functions and authorities prescribed by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; and (2) carry out its mission to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the nation from all hazards with a comprehensive, risk-based emergency management program. Requires FEMA to remain the lead agency for the Federal Response Plan. | 2023-01-13T04:49:04Z | |
| 109-s-2319 | 109 | s | 2319 | Hurricane Katrina Recovery Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-02-16 | 2006-02-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. | Senate | Sen. Obama, Barack [D-IL] | IL | D | O000167 | 0 | Hurricane Katrina Recovery Act of 2006 - Establishes within the Executive Office of the President the Office of the Hurricane Katrina Recovery Chief Financial Officer to be responsible for the efficient and effective use of federal funds in Hurricane Katrina recovery activities. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish a National Family Locator System and ensure that each state's homeland security plan provides information regarding evacuating individuals with special needs. Directs: (1) the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a volunteer corps to provide an adequate supply of health professionals in an emergency; and (2) the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a database of health professionals to increase preparedness for federal emergencies. Requires the HHS Secretary to make grants: (1) for constructing, modernizing, or repairing health facilities damaged by Hurricane Katrina; and (2) to assist individuals and specified entities in communities in affected areas that disproportionately experience health disparities. Amends the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 to require the Federal National Mortgage Association and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to establish and manage an affordable housing fund to increase housing and home ownership for low-income families and in low-income areas and areas of chronic economic distress and for community or economic development activities in economically underserved areas. Authorizes appropriations for disaster relief in Katrina-affected areas through community development assistance programs. Authorizes the appropriate federal banking agency and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to forbear from taking any action otherwise required with respect to certain undercapitalized insured depository institutions or credit unions that are not significantly or critically undercapitalized and whose capital or net worth were reduced as a direct result of Hurricane Katrina. Grant… | 2023-01-13T04:49:03Z | |
| 109-hr-4748 | 109 | hr | 4748 | Louisiana Emergency Needs Corps of Engineers Authorization Act of 2006 | Emergency Management | 2006-02-14 | 2006-02-15 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. | House | Rep. Jindal, Bobby [R-LA-1] | LA | R | J000287 | 1 | Louisiana Emergency Needs Corps of Engineers Authorization Act of 2006 - Directs the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to report to Congress identifying: (1) activities to reconstruct hurricane and flood protection measures relating to canals adjacent to Lake Pontchartrain in the Jefferson and Orleans parishes in accordance with federally authorized levels of hurricane and flood protection; (2) activities to protect, restore, and reduce the risk of storm damage in Louisiana coastal areas in which a major disaster relating to Hurricane Katrina or Hurricane Rita was declared by the President on or after August 29, 2005; (3) activities to fortify, strengthen, and improve hurricane protection and flood control infrastructure in existence on or before August 28, 2005; and (4) any activity included in the Chief's report dated August 23, 2002, that the Secretary determines to be integral to the protection of life and property in the disaster area. Authorizes the Secretary to implement such activities at full federal cost, absent a resolution of congressional disapproval, 30 days after the report is submitted. Directs the Secretary, in acquiring property to improve, reconstruct, or develop hurricane and flood protection measures relating to Hurricane Katrina or Rita, to compensate the owner without taking into consideration damage caused by the hurricane. Allows the Secretary to reduce the amount of compensation paid by the amount of any other payment received by the owner, including from an insurance claim or from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). | 2023-01-13T04:49:10Z |
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