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| 117-s-5355 | 117 | s | 5355 | Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023 | Emergency Management | 2022-12-22 | 2022-12-22 | Under the order of 12/22/22, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 22 - 73. Record Vote Number: 407. | Senate | Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] | FL | R | S001217 | 1 | Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023 This bill provides FY2023 supplemental appropriations to several federal departments and agencies for programs and activities to respond to natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and flooding. | 2023-08-24T20:45:21Z | |
| 117-hr-9582 | 117 | hr | 9582 | National Windstorm Impact Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-12-15 | 2022-12-16 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11] | IL | D | F000454 | 1 | National Windstorm Impact Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2022 This bill reauthorizes the National Windstorm Impact Reduction Program through FY2027, directs the program to develop and implement new standards to make housing and infrastructure more resilient, and requires a study of the impacts of climate change on windstorms. Further, the bill encourages the implementation of cost-effective mitigation measures to reduce the loss of life and property from windstorms through a coordinated federal effort, in cooperation with other levels of government, academia, scientific organizations, and the private sector. | 2023-03-02T20:00:23Z | |
| 117-hr-9401 | 117 | hr | 9401 | NBACC Authorization Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-12-01 | 2022-12-02 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation. | House | Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6] | MD | D | T000483 | 0 | National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center Authorization Act of 2022 or the NBACC Authorization Act of 2022 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to designate a specified laboratory as the National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC). It shall be the lead federal facility dedicated to defending the United States against biological threats. The NBACC may include the National Bioforensic Analysis Center and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center. The NBACC shall engage in specified activities, including conducting studies and experiments to better understand current and future biological threats and hazards and pandemics; providing the scientific data required to assess vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and determine potential impacts to guide the development of countermeasures; conducting and facilitating the technical forensic analysis and interpretation of materials recovered following a biological attack, or in other law enforcement investigations requiring evaluation of biological materials, in support of the appropriate lead federal agency; and coordinating with other national laboratories to enhance research capabilities, share lessons learned, and provide training more efficiently. The NBACC must engage in a continuously operating Work for Others program to make the unique biocontainment and bioforensic capabilities of the NBACC available to other federal agencies; and perform regularly scheduled and required maintenance of laboratory infrastructure, and procure mission-critical equipment and capability upgrades. The Office of the Under Secretary for Science and Technology shall conduct a mission needs assessment of the NBACC. | 2023-10-18T15:00:23Z | |
| 117-s-5160 | 117 | s | 5160 | NBACC Authorization Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-12-01 | 2022-12-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] | MD | D | C000141 | 1 | National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center Authorization Act of 2022 or the NBACC Authorization Act of 2022 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to designate a specified laboratory as the National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC). It shall be the lead federal facility dedicated to defending the United States against biological threats. The NBACC may include the National Bioforensic Analysis Center and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center. The NBACC shall engage in specified activities, including conducting studies and experiments to better understand current and future biological threats and hazards and pandemics; providing the scientific data required to assess vulnerabilities, conduct risk assessments, and determine potential impacts to guide the development of countermeasures; conducting and facilitating the technical forensic analysis and interpretation of materials recovered following a biological attack, or in other law enforcement investigations requiring evaluation of biological materials, in support of the appropriate lead federal agency; and coordinating with other national laboratories to enhance research capabilities, share lessons learned, and provide training more efficiently. The NBACC must engage in a continuously operating Work for Others program to make the unique biocontainment and bioforensic capabilities of the NBACC available to other federal agencies; and perform regularly scheduled and required maintenance of laboratory infrastructure, and procure mission-critical equipment and capability upgrades. The Office of the Under Secretary for Science and Technology shall conduct a mission needs assessment of the NBACC. | 2023-10-18T15:00:23Z | |
| 117-sres-854 | 117 | sres | 854 | A resolution honoring the individuals fighting and the individuals who have fallen responding to wildland fires during the ongoing 2022 wildfire season. | Emergency Management | 2022-11-30 | 2022-11-30 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6911; text: CR S6910-6911) | Senate | Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] | MT | R | D000618 | 9 | This resolution recognizes the efforts and sacrifices of the wildland firefighters who have risked their lives to fight intense wildfires in 2022. The resolution also (1) expresses support for communities throughout the West as they focus on recovery and rebuilding areas and communities affected by wildfires, and (2) extends gratitude to the families and loved ones of wildland firefighters for supporting the wildland firefighter community. | 2023-08-24T20:45:19Z | |
| 117-hr-9337 | 117 | hr | 9337 | Ensuring Americaâs Critical Infrastructure Act | Emergency Management | 2022-11-17 | 2022-11-18 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation. | House | Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13] | TX | R | J000304 | 0 | Ensuring America's Critical Infrastructure Act This bill expands the definition of critical infrastructure under the Critical Infrastructures Protection Act of 2001 in the USA PATRIOT Act. The term currently means systems and assets, whether physical or virtual, so vital to the United States that the incapacity or destruction of such systems and assets would have a debilitating impact on security, national economic security, or national public health or safety. The bill includes certain sectors as part of the existing definition, including communications, dams, emergency services, energy, financial services, food and agriculture, healthcare, information technology, transportation systems, and water and wastewater systems. | 2023-03-09T14:12:31Z | |
| 117-hr-9245 | 117 | hr | 9245 | Fire Grants and Safety Act | Emergency Management | 2022-10-28 | 2022-10-28 | Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. | House | Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2] | ME | D | G000592 | 26 | Fire Grants and Safety Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the U.S. Fire Administration, the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program, and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Grant Program. | 2023-02-10T21:00:20Z | |
| 117-hr-9179 | 117 | hr | 9179 | PREPARE Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-10-14 | 2022-10-17 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8] | PA | D | C001090 | 12 | Preparedness and Risk Management for Extreme Weather Patterns Assuring Resilience and Effectiveness Act of 2022 or the PREPARE Act of 2022 This bill directs the President to establish the Interagency Council on Extreme Weather Resilience, Preparedness, and Risk Identification and Management, which shall establish government-wide goals and provide recommendations for addressing extreme weather resilience, preparedness, and risk identification and management. Each federal agency shall submit biannually to the Office of Management and Budget and to the council a comprehensive plan that integrates consideration of extreme weather into its operations and overall mission objectives. | 2023-02-14T04:45:32Z | |
| 117-hr-9170 | 117 | hr | 9170 | To provide an additional appropriation for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-10-11 | 2022-10-11 | Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. | House | Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] | DC | D | N000147 | 0 | This bill makes additional appropriations for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program to provide shelter and other services to families and individuals encountered by the Department of Homeland Security (e.g., migrants). | 2023-02-07T04:45:24Z | |
| 117-hr-9162 | 117 | hr | 9162 | SOS Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-10-07 | 2022-10-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Management, and Accountability. | House | Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2] | OH | R | W000815 | 23 | Stop Our Scourge Act of 2022 or the SOS Act of 2022 This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to designate illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction and requires the Office of National Drug Control Policy to conduct an assessment regarding that substance. Specifically, the office must assess foreign manufacturing of illicit fentanyl, the tools and capabilities across federal agencies to address trafficking of that substance, the capabilities of the Mexican military to conduct counterdrug missions with respect to that substance, the capacities and willingness of China to take specified actions with respect to that substance, and illicit fentanyl being trafficked into the United States from Mexico. | 2023-02-10T04:45:38Z | |
| 117-s-5035 | 117 | s | 5035 | Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-09-29 | 2022-09-29 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] | MA | D | W000817 | 14 | Housing Survivors of Major Disasters Act of 2022 This bill makes certain individuals and households eligible for housing assistance in connection with a major disaster, including Hurricane Maria of 2017. To be eligible, an individual or household must be (1) residing on or otherwise occupying property located in the area for which the major disaster was declared but does not have documented ownership rights to and is not renting such property; or (2) residing in or occupying, or have resided in, an area for which the major disaster was declared during the designated incident period, including individuals experiencing homelessness. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must consider alternative forms of proof to determine the eligibility of an individual or household for assistance. In the case of an individual or household that does not have documented ownership rights in the predisaster primary residence, FEMA must consider evidence of constructive ownership. FEMA shall create and distribute a declarative form statement that applicants for assistance can use to self-certify eligibility for assistance and shall make the statement available in specified languages at all active Disaster Recovery Centers and on its website and social media. FEMA shall conduct an analysis comparing the costs, benefits, and effectiveness of assistance provided under the Disaster Housing Assistance Program with other temporary housing options provided by FEMA. FEMA and the Department of Housing and Urban Development must consult regarding the implementation of a disaster housing assistance program or similar joint program. | 2023-02-11T05:16:09Z | |
| 117-sjres-63 | 117 | sjres | 63 | A joint resolution relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020. | Emergency Management | 2022-09-22 | 2022-11-16 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS] | KS | R | M001198 | 9 | This joint resolution terminates the national emergency concerning COVID-19 declared by the President on March 13, 2020. | 2023-11-13T13:43:49Z | |
| 117-hres-1376 | 117 | hres | 1376 | Marking the 5-year anniversary of the devastation of Puerto Rico and the United States Virgin Islands by Hurricane Maria. | Emergency Management | 2022-09-20 | 2022-09-20 | Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. | House | Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7] | NY | D | V000081 | 8 | This resolution declares that the House of Representatives will not abandon the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and the U.S. citizens who have relocated to the mainland in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. | 2022-12-29T12:48:48Z | |
| 117-s-4888 | 117 | s | 4888 | KESSLER Act | Emergency Management | 2022-09-20 | 2022-09-20 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] | TX | R | C001056 | 1 | Keeping Everyone Safe and Securing Lives by Emergency Readiness Act or the KESSLER Act This bill directs the President to supplement disaster response plans to account for catastrophic incidents. Specifically, the President must supplement each Federal Interagency Operational Plan to include an annex containing a strategy to ensure the health, safety, and general welfare of the civilian population affected by catastrophic incidents by providing for the basic needs of the civilian population that is impacted by catastrophic incidents in the United States; coordinating response efforts with state and local governments, the private sector, and nonprofit relief organizations; promoting personal and local readiness and non-reliance on government relief during periods of heightened tension or after catastrophic incidents; and developing international partnerships with allied nations for the provision of relief services and goods. The strategy must include specified elements, including a description of actions the President will take to ensure the basic needs of the U.S. civilian population in a catastrophic incident are met. The Department of Homeland Security shall lead an exercise, as part of a national exercise program, to test and enhance the operationalization of the strategy. The President must provide recommendations for (1) actions that should be taken to prepare the United States to implement the strategy, increase readiness, and address preparedness gaps; and (2) additional authorities that should be considered to more effectively implement the strategy. | 2023-01-31T05:18:48Z | |
| 117-s-4882 | 117 | s | 4882 | Fire Grants and Safety Act | Emergency Management | 2022-09-19 | 2022-11-28 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 567. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 3 | Fire Grants and Safety Act This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the U.S. Fire Administration, the Assistance to Firefighters (AFG) Grants Program, and the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program. The bill imposes a new sunset date of 2032 for the SAFER and AFG programs. | 2023-03-08T19:58:22Z | |
| 117-s-4836 | 117 | s | 4836 | Prioritizing Disaster Relief Act | Emergency Management | 2022-09-13 | 2022-09-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] | KY | R | P000603 | 0 | Prioritizing Disaster Relief Act This bill allows COVID-19 relief funds to be used for disaster assistance. Specifically, the bill authorizes a state, local government, Indian tribe, or tribal organization to use such funds for expenses related to assisting communities, individuals, and businesses affected by and located within the designated area of a major disaster or emergency. | 2023-01-13T05:16:11Z | |
| 117-hres-1337 | 117 | hres | 1337 | Lauding Virgin Islanders for their perseverance, grit, and tenacity through major disasters attributable to Hurricanes Irma and Maria and Members of Congress for their support in accruing funding to support the Virgin Islands of the United States through these disasters. | Emergency Management | 2022-09-09 | 2022-09-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Del. Plaskett, Stacey E. [D-VI-At Large] | VI | D | P000610 | 0 | This resolution lauds the citizens of the U.S. Virgin Islands for their perseverance, grit, and tenacity through major disasters attributable to Hurricanes Irma and Maria and Members of Congress for their support in obtaining funding for the Virgin Islands through such disasters. | 2022-12-29T12:48:49Z | |
| 117-hres-1327 | 117 | hres | 1327 | Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that fentanyl-related substances are a weapon of mass destruction and should be classified as such. | Emergency Management | 2022-08-26 | 2022-08-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. | House | Rep. Dunn, Neal P. [R-FL-2] | FL | R | D000628 | 5 | This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should classify synthetic fentanyl-related substances as weapons of mass destruction. | 2023-04-19T18:00:25Z | |
| 117-hr-8733 | 117 | hr | 8733 | To require the Secretary of the Army to include communities affected by major disasters in the definition of an economically disadvantaged community, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-08-19 | 2022-08-22 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment. | House | Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3] | LA | R | H001077 | 0 | This bill requires the Department of the Army to include communities affected by major disasters in the definition of an economically disadvantaged community. | 2022-12-29T19:03:39Z | |
| 117-hr-8725 | 117 | hr | 8725 | To provide supplemental appropriations for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program to provide humanitarian relief for migrants, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-08-16 | 2022-08-16 | Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. | House | Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] | DC | D | N000147 | 10 | This bill makes supplemental appropriations for the Emergency Food and Shelter Program to provide shelter and other services to families and individuals encountered by the Department of Homeland Security (e.g., migrants). | 2022-12-29T19:03:39Z | |
| 117-s-4690 | 117 | s | 4690 | Fire Station Construction Grants Act | Emergency Management | 2022-08-01 | 2022-08-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD] | MD | D | V000128 | 4 | Fire Station Construction Grants Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a grant program to modify, upgrade, and construct fire and emergency medical services (EMS) department facilities. Grant recipients may use funds to build, rebuild, or renovate fire and EMS department facilities; upgrade existing facilities to install exhaust emission control systems, install backup power systems, upgrade or replace environmental control systems (such as HVAC systems), remove or remediate mold, and construct or modify living quarters for use by male and female personnel; and upgrade fire and EMS stations or build new stations. Grant recipients must meet one of the two most recently published editions of relevant codes and standards, especially codes and standards that (1) require up-to-date hazard resistant and safety provisions, and (2) are relevant for protecting firefighter health and safety. The bill sets forth provisions regarding (1) grant fund allocations between career and volunteer fire and EMS departments, (2) overtime, and (3) prevailing rate of wage and a requirement for using materials produced domestically for public contracts. | 2023-04-28T13:30:20Z | |
| 117-hr-8610 | 117 | hr | 8610 | Health Security and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-29 | 2022-12-20 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 469. | House | Rep. Demings, Val Butler [D-FL-10] | FL | D | D000627 | 4 | Health Security and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act This bill makes changes to the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) office of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and provides statutory authority for and expands DHS's Office of Health Security (OHS). Specifically, the bill establishes the new OHS to advise DHS on medical, public health, and workforce safety matters; sets forth the responsibilities of the Chief Medical Officer and a Privacy Officer in OHS; repeals the terminating date for the CWMD office and sets forth the responsibilities of that office, including efforts to counter chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats, as well as other emerging terrorism threats; requires DHS to report to Congress regarding the Securing the Cities program (which seeks to reduce the risk of a successful deployment of radiological or nuclear weapons against major metropolitan areas in the United States); establishes a CWMD Advisory Council; and requires a biodefense review and issuance of a DHS biodefense strategy. The Government Accountability Office must report to Congress on efforts of the CWMD office to prioritize its programs and activities to safeguard against CBRN threats and on other activities of that office. | 2023-09-07T13:15:25Z | |
| 117-hr-8611 | 117 | hr | 8611 | National Strategy to Utilize Microreactors for Natural Disaster Response Efforts Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-29 | 2022-08-01 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19] | FL | R | D000032 | 6 | National Strategy to Utilize Microreactors for Natural Disaster Response Efforts Act This bill directs the President to develop a national strategy to utilize microreactors to assist with natural disaster response efforts. A microreactor is a nuclear reactor with at most 20 megawatts of thermal energy generating capacity. Specifically, such strategy must include an assessment of the effectiveness of utilizing diesel generators to assist with natural disaster response efforts; a comprehensive, research-based, and long-term discussion of goals, objectives, and priorities for utilizing microreactors instead of diesel generators to assist with such efforts; a Department of Defense analysis regarding the use of such microreactors to assist with such efforts; recommendations on how the Nuclear Regulatory Commission may expedite the approval of designs for microreactors and issuing licenses; an assessment of the challenges and barriers to deploying microreactors to assist with such efforts and solutions; and recommendations on how to utilize microreactors as charging stations for electric vehicles in the event of a mass evacuation resulting from a natural disaster. | 2023-03-08T20:12:44Z | |
| 117-hr-8574 | 117 | hr | 8574 | Global Catastrophic Risk Management Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-28 | 2022-07-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10] | TX | R | M001157 | 2 | Global Catastrophic Risk Management Act of 2022 This bill directs the President to establish an interagency committee on global catastrophic risk. Global catastrophic risk is defined as the risk of events or incidents consequential enough to significantly harm, set back, or destroy human civilization at the global scale. The President must (1) conduct and submit to Congress a detailed assessment of global catastrophic and existential risk; and (2) produce a report on the adequacy of continuity of operations and continuity of government plans based on the assessed risk. The President, with support from the committee, shall develop and submit a strategy to provide for the basic needs of the civilian population that is impacted by catastrophic incidents in the United States; coordinate response efforts with state and local governments, the private sector, and nonprofit organizations; promote personal and local readiness and non-reliance on government relief during periods of heightened tension or after catastrophic incidents; and develop international partnerships with allied nations for the provision of relief services and goods. The President must issue a plan to implement and operationalize the strategy. The Department of Homeland Security shall lead a national exercise to test and enhance the operationalization of the implementation plan. The President must provide recommendations to Congress for (1) actions that should be taken to prepare the United States to implement the strategy, increase readiness, and address preparedness gaps; and (2) additional authorities that should be considered to more effectively implement the strategy. | 2022-12-29T18:18:42Z | |
| 117-s-4678 | 117 | s | 4678 | Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2023 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-28 | 2022-07-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. | Senate | Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT] | CT | D | M001169 | 0 | Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2023 This bill provides FY2023 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Specifically, the bill provides appropriations to DHS for Departmental Management, Operations, Intelligence, and Oversight, including the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management; the Management Directorate; Intelligence, Analysis, and Situational Awareness; and the Office of the Inspector General. In addition, the bill provides appropriations for Security, Enforcement, and Investigations, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Transportation Security Administration, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Secret Service. The bill provides appropriations for Protection, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The bill provides appropriations for Research, Development, Training, and Services, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, the Science and Technology Directorate, and the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office. The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts. | 2023-08-17T16:15:24Z | |
| 117-hr-8525 | 117 | hr | 8525 | Delivering Equity and Justice for Disaster Survivors Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-27 | 2022-07-28 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2] | LA | D | C001125 | 2 | Delivering Equity and Justice for Disaster Survivors Act of 2022 This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish, as a subcommittee of the National Advisory Council, the Disaster Equity and Justice Subcommittee. The subcommittee must develop recommendations for improving equitable and just policy and program delivery before, during, and after disasters, including recommendations related to the accessibility, utilization, and receipt of FEMA grants and assistance by underserved, under resourced, and underrepresented populations and communities; strategies and policy recommendations to address the inequitable delivery of disaster assistance, grant programs, technical assistance, and training; and strategies to address any disparate impacts climate change will have on culturally, socially, or economically vulnerable communities. | 2022-12-29T18:18:44Z | |
| 117-hr-8526 | 117 | hr | 8526 | Office of Disaster Recovery Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-27 | 2022-07-28 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2] | LA | D | C001125 | 2 | Office of Disaster Recovery Act This bill directs the Department of Commerce to establish an Office of Disaster Recovery. The office must direct and implement the Economic Development Administration's post-disaster economic recovery responsibilities and economic recovery support function activities as directed under the National Disaster Recovery Framework. Additionally, the bill increases the federal share for a project for economic recovery in response to a major disaster or emergency declared under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. | 2022-12-29T18:18:44Z | |
| 117-hr-8516 | 117 | hr | 8516 | Wildfire Response Improvement Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-26 | 2022-07-27 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Stanton, Greg [D-AZ-9] | AZ | D | S001211 | 0 | Wildfire Response Improvement Act This bill requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to take specified actions to address issues related to wildfire and drought. Specifically, FEMA must issue such regulations as necessary to update the categories of eligibility and timelines for the fire management assistance program under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to be the same as such categories and timelines under the Public Assistance Program; issue such regulations as necessary to update the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide to include guidance on the wildfire-specific challenges, including debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the resulting toxicity of drinking water resources; and conduct a review of the benefit cost analysis criteria for mitigation projects under the Stafford Act to consider a broader range of factors, including carbon sequestration, improved water quality, and lessening disaster impact on traditionally underserved communities. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-4599 | 117 | s | 4599 | Disaster Assistance Simplification Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-21 | 2022-09-27 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 505. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | Disaster Assistance Simplification Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a web-based, interagency electronic information system to be known as DisasterAssistance.gov to provide for a universal disaster application across federal agencies. Specifically, such system shall facilitate a consolidated application for any form of disaster assistance provided by a disaster assistance agency; carry out the purposes of disaster assistance programs swiftly, efficiently, equitably, and in accordance with specified laws and privacy and data protections; and support the detection, prevention, and investigation of waste, fraud, abuse, or discrimination in the administration of disaster assistance programs. DisasterAssistance.gov shall permit (1) applicants to receive status updates and update disaster assistance information throughout their recovery, and (2) the distribution of additional recovery resource information to survivors that may be available in a disaster stricken jurisdiction. Further, it shall provide disaster survivors with information and documentation on applications. FEMA shall facilitate the collection of disaster assistance information into DisasterAssistance.gov only after (1) it certifies that the website substantially complies with specified data security standards and any other applicable federal information security policy, (2) the Department of Homeland Security publishes a privacy impact assessment, and (3) FEMA publishes standard rules of behavior for disaster assistance agencies and personnel to protect information from improper disclosure. FEMA may certify a federal agency as a disaster assistance agency after posting an agreement that contains the detailed terms of the agreement. | 2023-09-08T14:30:30Z | |
| 117-hr-8416 | 117 | hr | 8416 | Disaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-19 | 2022-11-17 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1] | NV | D | T000468 | 3 | Disaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2022 This bill makes changes in the process for seeking assistance following a major disaster. Specifically, the bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish and maintain a web-based interagency electronic information sharing system, to be known as DisasterAssistance.gov, to facilitate the administration of a universal application for direct federal disaster assistance and for other specified purposes. The President may provide (1) assistance to respond to the disaster-related housing needs of individuals and households who are displaced from their predisaster primary residence that is damaged by a major disaster (currently, such residences must be rendered uninhabitable); and (2) direct assistance for repairs and for cost-effective hazard mitigation measures that reduce threats to life and property or future damage. FEMA may (1) enter into a cooperative agreement to provide funding to a state agency to establish and operate a website to provide information relating to postdisaster recovery funding and resources; and (2) reimburse a state, tribal, or local government for certain costs relating to sheltering emergency response personnel. The bill extends FEMA's authority to implement state-managed housing assistance as a pilot program until the issuance of final regulations. FEMA must conduct a study and develop a plan to address the challenges associated with providing housing assistance to survivors of major disasters or emergencies. The Government Accountability Office must report on assistance issues, including improper and potentially fraudulent federal disaster assistance. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-4517 | 117 | s | 4517 | Fire Station Improvement Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA] | GA | D | O000174 | 1 | Fire Station Improvement Act of 2022 This bill expands the eligible uses of firefighter assistance grant funds to cover the repair, modification, or improvement of fire stations, fire training facilities, and other similar facilities to improve the functionality of those facilities. | 2022-12-29T18:33:46Z | |
| 117-s-4521 | 117 | s | 4521 | KESSLER Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-13 | 2022-07-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] | TX | R | C001056 | 1 | Keeping Everyone Safe and Securing Lives by Emergency Readiness Act or the KESSLER Act This bill directs the President to develop a national strategy to ensure the health and safety of the U.S. civilian population in case of catastrophic incidents. Specifically, the President must develop and submit to Congress a strategy to provide for the basic needs of the civilian population that is impacted by catastrophic incidents in the United States; coordinate response efforts with state and local governments, the private sector, and nonprofit relief organizations; promote personal and local readiness and non-reliance on government relief during periods of heightened tension or after catastrophic incidents; and develop international partnerships with allied nations for the provision of relief services and goods. The President must issue a plan to implement and operationalize the strategy. The Department of Homeland Security shall lead a national exercise to test and enhance the operationalization of the implementation plan. The President must provide recommendations for (1) actions that should be taken to prepare the United States to implement the strategy, increase readiness, and address preparedness gaps; and (2) additional authorities that should be considered to more effectively implement the strategy. | 2022-12-29T18:33:46Z | |
| 117-hr-8300 | 117 | hr | 8300 | Empowering Resilient Local Communities Act | Emergency Management | 2022-07-07 | 2022-07-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3] | OR | D | B000574 | 1 | Empowering Resilient Local Communities Act This bill addresses issues involving extreme temperature and resilience, as well as impacts on underserved communities. Specifically, the bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to issue guidance related to extreme temperature events and resilience goals. It requires hazard mitigation plans to address resilience and disparate impacts on underserved communities. The Government Accountability Office must evaluate and issue to Congress and FEMA a report regarding the impacts of wildfire smoke and poor indoor air quality, the challenges posed to FEMA in addressing wildfire smoke and indoor air quality, and recommendations for FEMA to better provide assistance to communities and individuals in dealing with wildfire smoke and indoor air quality. FEMA must submit to Congress a report regarding the challenges posed by its requirements for declaring an incident or determining the cost effectiveness of mitigation activities and specifically how such requirements may disproportionately burden small impoverished communities, or specific vulnerable populations within communities. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hr-8292 | 117 | hr | 8292 | To require a report on Puerto Rico's progress toward rebuilding the electric grid and detailing the efforts the Federal Government is undertaking to expedite such rebuilding, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-07-05 | 2022-07-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15] | NY | D | T000486 | 1 | This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to report to Congress on Puerto Rico's progress toward rebuilding the electric grid and on the federal government's efforts to expedite such rebuilding. Such report must contain an analysis of the state of Puerto Rico's electric grid, an analysis of the state of Puerto Rico's renewable energy generation and storage capacities, recommendations for power companies and governments to reduce the number of outages and blackouts, proposals for legislative actions and funding needed to improve the process of fund disbursement for critical projects related to electric grids, and a plan for expediting such rebuilding by not later than three months after the report is submitted. | 2022-12-29T18:05:01Z | |
| 117-hr-8257 | 117 | hr | 8257 | Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2023 | Emergency Management | 2022-07-01 | 2022-07-01 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 304. | House | Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40] | CA | D | R000486 | 0 | Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2023 This bill provides FY2023 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Specifically, the bill provides appropriations to DHS for Departmental Management, Intelligence, Situational Awareness, and Oversight, including the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management; the Management Directorate; Intelligence, Analysis, and Situational Awareness; and the Office of the Inspector General. In addition, the bill provides appropriations for Security, Enforcement, and Investigations, including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the Transportation Security Administration, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Secret Service. The bill provides appropriations for Protection, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The bill provides appropriations for Research, Development, Training, and Services, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, the Science and Technology Directorate, and the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office. The bill also sets forth requirements and restrictions for using funds provided by this and other appropriations acts. | 2023-08-17T16:15:23Z | |
| 117-hres-1207 | 117 | hres | 1207 | Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives for the victims of the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida. | Emergency Management | 2022-06-24 | 2022-06-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. | House | Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-23] | FL | D | W000797 | 23 | This resolution expresses condolences with respect to the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida, and supports the investigation into the causes of the collapse and efforts to prevent future high-rise building collapses. | 2022-12-29T17:33:54Z | |
| 117-s-4465 | 117 | s | 4465 | Offices of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction and Health Security Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-06-23 | 2022-12-19 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 675. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | Offices of Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction and Health Security Act of 2022 This bill reauthorizes the Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) office in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and provides statutory authority for a new Office of Health Security. The CWMD office shall perform duties to coordinate and guide DHS efforts to counter weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear and other related emerging threats. The Office of Health Security shall have the responsibility for oversight of all medical, public health, and workforce safety matters of DHS. | 2023-09-07T13:30:27Z | |
| 117-s-4474 | 117 | s | 4474 | Prohibiting Federal Emergencies for Abortion Act | Emergency Management | 2022-06-23 | 2022-06-23 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. | Senate | Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] | FL | R | R000595 | 16 | Prohibiting Federal Emergencies for Abortion Act This bill prohibits the President and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from declaring a federal emergency relating to abortion. Specifically, neither the President nor HHS may declare a national emergency for purposes of (1) promoting, supporting, or expanding access to abortion; or (2) taking adverse action against or litigating against states that prohibit or otherwise restrict abortion. | 2022-12-29T17:48:33Z | |
| 117-s-4488 | 117 | s | 4488 | Global Catastrophic Risk Management Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-06-23 | 2022-12-13 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 638. | Senate | Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH] | OH | R | P000449 | 3 | Global Catastrophic Risk Management Act of 2022 This bill directs the President to establish an interagency committee on global catastrophic risk and addresses related issues. The President, with support from the committee, shall supplement each Federal Interagency Operational Plan to include a strategy to ensure the health, safety, and general welfare of the civilian population affected by catastrophic incidents. The Department of Homeland Security shall lead an exercise as part of the national exercise program to test and enhance the operationalization of the strategy. | 2023-09-07T15:30:26Z | |
| 117-sres-689 | 117 | sres | 689 | A resolution commemorating the passage of 1 year since the tragic building collapse in Surfside, Florida, on June 24, 2021. | Emergency Management | 2022-06-22 | 2022-06-22 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3097; text: CR S3080) | Senate | Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] | FL | R | R000595 | 1 | This resolution commemorates the passage of one year since the building collapse in Surfside, Florida, on June 24, 2021, and expresses support for the survivors and community. | 2022-09-05T15:24:50Z | |
| 117-hr-8030 | 117 | hr | 8030 | Fentanyl is a WMD Act | Emergency Management | 2022-06-13 | 2022-06-14 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. | House | Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3] | CO | R | B000825 | 9 | Fentanyl is a WMD Act This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to treat illicit fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. | 2022-12-29T17:18:48Z | |
| 117-hr-7969 | 117 | hr | 7969 | To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on disaster spending and strategies for reducing the need for such spending, to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to provide assistance for certain activities relating to disasters and hazard mitigation, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-06-07 | 2022-06-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10] | NJ | D | P000604 | 9 | This bill establishes reporting and other requirements related to disaster preparedness and response and hazard mitigation. The Governmental Accountability Office (GAO) must conduct a study and report on disaster spending and strategies for reducing the need for such spending. Specifically, the GAO must identify for the 5-year period ending on the date of this bill's enactment, the total amount of federal, state, and tribal funds spent in response to major disasters and emergencies; 10 proposed federal actions, including reinsurance, that, if implemented, would most effectively reduce the need for spending related to such major disasters or emergencies; the effect that using blockchain may have on delivering disaster assistance to state and Indian tribal governments; and whether insurance protection against wildfires will remain available and affordable to homeowners. The President must coordinate with each state to update state plans to incorporate strategies that decrease the time required to prepare for disasters, including the time to evacuate individuals. An entity that receives grants for hazard mitigation revolving loan funds must ensure that at least 10% of the total dollar amount of the loans it makes each fiscal year assist projects or activities that reduce risks for residential structures related to specified natural hazards. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hr-7915 | 117 | hr | 7915 | Post-Fire Flooding and Debris Flow Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-05-31 | 2022-06-01 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2] | CA | D | H001068 | 4 | Post-Fire Flooding and Debris Flow Act of 2022 This bill makes changes to eligibility under the hazard mitigation grant program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to include mitigating and preventing post-wildfire flooding and debris flow. Specifically, the bill requires the federal share of hazard mitigation assistance for mitigating and preventing post-wildfire flooding and debris flow to be not less than 75% of the cost (currently, the President may contribute up to 75% of the cost). | 2022-12-30T00:18:38Z | |
| 117-s-4327 | 117 | s | 4327 | Post-Fire Flooding and Debris Flow Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-05-26 | 2022-05-26 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] | CA | D | P000145 | 5 | Post-Fire Flooding and Debris Flow Act of 2022 This bill makes changes to eligibility under the hazard mitigation grant program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to include mitigating and preventing post-wildfire flooding and debris flow. Specifically, the bill requires the federal share of hazard mitigation assistance for mitigating and preventing post-wildfire flooding and debris flow to be not less than 75% of the cost (currently, the President may contribute up to 75% of the cost). | 2022-12-29T16:48:33Z | |
| 117-s-4328 | 117 | s | 4328 | Fire Suppression Improvement Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-26 | 2022-12-15 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 654. | Senate | Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] | CA | D | P000145 | 6 | Fire Suppression Improvement Act This bill sets the federal cost share of fire management assistance at 75% of the eligible cost of such assistance and permits a state or local government to use such assistance for the predeployment of assets and resources. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must complete a rulemaking to provide criteria for the circumstances under which it may recommend that the President increase the federal cost share. | 2023-03-08T19:59:14Z | |
| 117-hr-7863 | 117 | hr | 7863 | Disaster Resiliency Planning Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-24 | 2022-05-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. | House | Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2] | LA | D | C001125 | 5 | Disaster Resiliency Planning Act This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget to establish guidance that requires federal agencies to incorporate natural disaster resilience into real property asset management and investment decisions. Specifically, the guidance must direct each agency to incorporate assessments of natural disaster risk information conducted by the agency, such as from vulnerability and other risk assessments, into real property asset management and investment decisions. | 2023-05-11T15:46:24Z | |
| 117-hr-7789 | 117 | hr | 7789 | PAW Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-16 | 2022-12-08 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 442. | House | Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1] | NV | D | T000468 | 4 | Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters. Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-4205 | 117 | s | 4205 | PAW Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-12 | 2022-10-17 | Became Public Law No: 117-212. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 2 | Planning for Animal Wellness Act or the PAW Act This act directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a working group relating to best practices and federal guidance for animals in emergencies and disasters. Specifically, the working group shall (1) encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities working to address the needs of household pets, service and assistance animals, and captive animals in emergency and disaster preparedness, response, and recovery; and (2) review best practices and federal guidance on sheltering and evacuation planning relating to the needs of such pets and animals. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-4166 | 117 | s | 4166 | Technological Hazards Preparedness and Training Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-05-10 | 2022-09-29 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH] | OH | R | P000449 | 1 | Technological Hazards Preparedness and Training Act of 2022 This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to maintain the capacity to provide states and local governments with technical assistance, training, and other preparedness programming to build community resilience to technological hazards and related emerging threats. | 2023-11-09T21:28:54Z | |
| 117-hr-7668 | 117 | hr | 7668 | FEMA Equity Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-06 | 2022-05-09 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2] | MS | D | T000193 | 5 | Federal Emergency Management Advancement of Equity Act or the FEMA Equity Act This bill addresses equity in federal disaster assistance policies and programs. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must develop and implement a process to ensure equity in the provision of federal assistance and throughout all FEMA programs and policies. Additionally, FEMA must establish metrics to measure the efficacy of the process and seek input from relevant representatives of state, regional, local, and tribal governments; community-based organizations; subject matter experts; and individuals from underserved communities impacted by disasters. FEMA must designate a senior official as an equity advisor. The bill establishes in FEMA an Equity Enterprise Steering Group. The chief executive officer of an affected county may submit a request for a presidential declaration that a major disaster exists if (1) the governor of the state or territory in which the county is located does not request such a declaration, (2) the affected county is not included in a request for assistance made by such governor, or (3) the affected county communicates with that governor about the disaster or potential request for a major disaster declaration before the relevant period has lapsed. The Government Accountability Office shall issue a report describing the factors that FEMA considers when evaluating a request from a governor to declare that a major disaster or emergency exists and to authorize specified assistance. | 2022-12-29T23:48:32Z | |
| 117-hres-1092 | 117 | hres | 1092 | Supporting the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week. | Emergency Management | 2022-05-06 | 2022-05-06 | Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. | House | Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30] | TX | D | J000126 | 13 | This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week. | 2022-12-30T00:18:37Z | |
| 117-s-4159 | 117 | s | 4159 | FEMA Equity Act | Emergency Management | 2022-05-05 | 2022-05-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] | MA | D | W000817 | 2 | Federal Emergency Management Advancement of Equity Act or the FEMA Equity Act This bill addresses equity in federal disaster assistance policies and programs. It allows, in some instances, counties to request disaster declarations. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must develop and implement a process to ensure equity in the provision of federal assistance and throughout all FEMA programs and policies. Additionally, FEMA must establish metrics to measure the efficacy of the process and seek input from relevant representatives of state, regional, local, and tribal governments; community-based organizations; subject matter experts; and individuals from underserved communities impacted by disasters. FEMA must designate a senior official as an equity advisor. The bill establishes in FEMA an Equity Enterprise Steering Group. The chief executive officer of an affected county may submit a request for a presidential declaration that a major disaster exists if (1) the governor of the state or territory in which the county is located does not request such a declaration, (2) the affected county is not included in a request for assistance made by such governor, or (3) the affected county communicates with that governor about the disaster or potential request for a major disaster declaration before the relevant period has lapsed. The Government Accountability Office shall issue a report describing the factors that FEMA considers when evaluating a request from a governor to declare that a major disaster or emergency exists and to authorize specified assistance. | 2023-03-08T20:12:35Z | |
| 117-hres-1081 | 117 | hres | 1081 | Expressing support for the recognition of May 1 through May 7, 2022, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week. | Emergency Management | 2022-04-29 | 2022-04-29 | Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. | House | Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35] | CA | D | T000474 | 29 | This resolution supports (1) the goals of Wildfire Preparedness Week; and (2) resources and educational initiatives that communicate how affected communities can take preventative measures such as instituting early warning systems and reducing unplanned human ignitions, as well as how to safely and efficiently evacuate people and their animals. | 2022-12-29T23:18:19Z | |
| 117-hr-7476 | 117 | hr | 7476 | REPLACE Act | Emergency Management | 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-08 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] | CO | D | N000191 | 2 | Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act This bill requires the President to automatically waive fees to replace critical documents for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-4044 | 117 | s | 4044 | REPLACE Act | Emergency Management | 2022-04-07 | 2022-04-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] | CO | D | H000273 | 1 | Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act This bill requires the President to automatically waive fees to replace critical documents for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program. | 2022-12-29T23:48:37Z | |
| 117-hr-7404 | 117 | hr | 7404 | The Real Emergencies Act | Emergency Management | 2022-04-05 | 2022-04-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. | House | Rep. McKinley, David B. [R-WV-1] | WV | R | M001180 | 14 | The Real Emergencies Act This bill denies the President authority to declare a national emergency, an emergency or major disaster, or a public health emergency on the premise of climate change. | 2022-12-29T23:03:26Z | |
| 117-s-3998 | 117 | s | 3998 | Real Emergencies Act | Emergency Management | 2022-04-05 | 2022-04-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. | Senate | Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV] | WV | R | C001047 | 14 | Real Emergencies Act This bill denies the President authority to declare a national emergency, an emergency or major disaster, or a public health emergency on the premise of climate change. | 2022-12-29T23:48:38Z | |
| 117-hr-7242 | 117 | hr | 7242 | Community Disaster Resilience Zones Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-03-28 | 2022-12-08 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 440. | House | Rep. Davids, Sharice [D-KS-3] | KS | D | D000629 | 3 | Community Disaster Resilience Zones Act of 2022 This bill requires the President to continue to maintain a natural hazard assessment program that develops and maintains publicly available products to show the risk of natural hazards across the United States. Such products shall show the risk of natural hazards and include ratings and data for loss exposure, social vulnerability, community resilience, and any other element determined by the President. The President shall (1) review the underlying methodology of any product that is a natural disaster hazard risk assessment, and (2) consider including additional data in any product that is a natural hazard risk assessment. Additionally, the President must conduct such reviews to evaluate and update the assessments at least every five years. Using the reviewed assessments, the President must periodically identify and designate community disaster resilience zones (CDRZs), which shall be (1) the 50 census tracts assigned the highest individual hazard risk ratings; and (2) in each state, not less than 1% of census tracts that are assigned a high individual risk rating, taking into consideration specified geographic balance. The President may provide financial, technical, or other assistance to an eligible entity (a state, Indian tribal government, or local government) that plans to perform a resilience or mitigation project within, or that primarily benefits, a CDRZ. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must develop criteria (taking into consideration the economic effects) to assess damage caused by a harmful algal bloom and report to Congress describing such criteria. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hr-7206 | 117 | hr | 7206 | Protecting Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act | Emergency Management | 2022-03-24 | 2022-03-25 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19] | FL | R | D000032 | 8 | Protecting Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act This bill amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include algal blooms in the definition of a major disaster. The bill directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to submit to specified congressional committees a detailed study relating to the health effects of exposure to cyanotoxins in the air that result from algal blooms. | 2022-12-29T22:03:47Z | |
| 117-hr-7211 | 117 | hr | 7211 | Small State and Rural Rescue Act | Emergency Management | 2022-03-24 | 2022-12-14 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 650. | House | Rep. Katko, John [R-NY-24] | NY | R | K000386 | 7 | Small State and Rural Rescue Act This bill addresses requests for, and other matters pertaining to, disaster assistance provided through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), with a focus on small states and rural communities. The bill expands the duties of FEMA's Small State and Rural Advocate to include assistance for states in the collection and presentation of material in the disaster or emergency declaration request relevant to demonstrate severe localized impacts within the state for a specific incident. Additionally, the Government Accountability Office must review FEMA's implementation of its final rule regarding factors considered when evaluating a governor's request for a major disaster declaration. In particular, the review must focus on requests for a major disaster declaration authorizing individual assistance. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-3875 | 117 | s | 3875 | Community Disaster Resilience Zones Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-03-17 | 2022-12-20 | Became Public Law No: 117-255. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | Community Disaster Resilience Zones Act of 2022 This act requires the President to continue to maintain a natural hazard assessment program that develops and maintains publicly available products to show the risk of natural hazards across the United States. Such products shall show the risk of natural hazards and include ratings and data for loss exposure, social vulnerability, community resilience, and any other element determined by the President. The President shall (1) review the underlying methodology of any product that is a natural hazard risk assessment and receive public input on the methodology and data used for the product, and (2) consider including additional data in any product that is a natural disaster hazard risk assessment. Additionally, the President must conduct such reviews to evaluate and update the assessments at least every five years. Using the reviewed assessments, the President must periodically identify and designate community disaster resilience zones (CDRZs), which shall be (1) the 50 census tracts assigned the highest individual hazard risk ratings; and (2) in each state, not less than 1% of census tracts that are assigned a high individual risk rating, taking into consideration specified geographic balance. The President may provide financial, technical, or other assistance to an eligible entity (a state, Indian tribal government, or local government) that plans to perform a resilience or mitigation project within, or that primarily benefits, a CDRZ. | 2023-11-09T21:58:57Z | |
| 117-hr-7077 | 117 | hr | 7077 | Empowering the U.S. Fire Administration Act | Emergency Management | 2022-03-15 | 2022-12-20 | Became Public Law No: 117-246. | House | Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15] | NY | D | T000486 | 34 | Empowering the U.S. Fire Administration Act This act authorizes the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) to conduct on-site fire safety investigations of major fires and other fires under other specified circumstances. In the case of a major fire, the USFA may send incident investigators (e.g., safety specialists, fire protection engineers, codes and standards experts, researchers, and fire training specialists) to the site. Any such investigation shall (1) be conducted in coordination and cooperation with appropriate federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial authorities; and (2) examine the previously determined cause and origin of the fire and assess broader systematic matters. Upon concluding any such investigation, the USFA must issue a public report to federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial authorities on the findings of such investigation or collaborate with another investigating federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial agency on that agency's report. The act makes an exception where issuing a report would have a negative impact on a potential or ongoing criminal investigation. Additionally, the USFA may send fire investigators to conduct fire safety investigations at the site of any fire with unusual or remarkable context that results in losses less severe than those occurring as a result of a major fire, in coordination and cooperation with the appropriate federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial authorities. | 2023-05-11T15:45:45Z | |
| 117-s-3845 | 117 | s | 3845 | Empowering the U.S. Fire Administration Act | Emergency Management | 2022-03-15 | 2022-03-15 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] | NY | D | G000555 | 2 | Empowering the U.S. Fire Administration Act This bill authorizes the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) to conduct on-site investigations of major fires and other fires under other specified circumstances. In the case of a major fire, the USFA may send incident investigators (e.g., safety specialists, fire protection engineers, codes and standards experts, researchers, and fire training specialists) to the site. Any such investigation shall (1) be conducted in coordination with appropriate federal, state, and local authorities; and (2) examine the determined cause and origin of the fire and assess broader systematic matters. Upon concluding any such investigation, the USFA must issue a public report to local, state, and federal authorities on the findings of such investigation or collaborate with another investigating federal agency on that agency's report. Additionally, the USFA may send fire investigators to conduct investigations at the site of any fire with unusual or remarkable context that results in losses less severe than those occurring as a result of a major fire. | 2022-12-29T22:33:31Z | |
| 117-s-3821 | 117 | s | 3821 | A bill making appropriations to provide emergency assistance for the Community Development Fund for disaster response and recovery for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022. | Emergency Management | 2022-03-10 | 2022-03-10 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. | Senate | Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] | HI | D | S001194 | 4 | This bill provides FY2022 appropriations to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Community Development Fund, which primarily funds the Community Development Block Grant program. The bill provides the funding for activities related to disaster relief and recovery. | 2023-08-11T19:45:20Z | |
| 117-hr-7046 | 117 | hr | 7046 | To require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to submit to Congress reports describing the average amount of individual assistance and individual and household assistance provided to certain individuals and households and the rate of denial of such assistance, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-03-09 | 2022-03-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7] | SC | R | R000597 | 1 | This bill requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to submit to Congress reports describing the average amount of disaster assistance provided to individuals and households and the rate of denial of such assistance. Further, FEMA must explain any factors causing an increase in the rate of denial. | 2022-12-29T21:48:13Z | |
| 117-hr-6873 | 117 | hr | 6873 | Bombing Prevention Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-02-28 | 2022-05-18 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. Malinowski, Tom [D-NJ-7] | NJ | D | M001203 | 5 | Bombing Prevention Act of 2022 This bill establishes within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) an Office for Bombing Prevention. The office shall advise DHS on matters related to terrorist explosive threats and attacks in the United States, coordinate DHS efforts to counter such threats and attacks, and take other specified steps, including promoting security awareness. The bill also requires DHS to provide to the public and private sector technical assistance to counter terrorist explosive threats and attacks that pose a risk in certain jurisdictions to critical infrastructure facilities or to special events. The office shall develop a strategy to align the office's activities with the threat environment and stakeholder needs, and to make the public and private sector aware of the office's capabilities. DHS must also ensure coordination and information sharing regarding nonmilitary research, development, testing, and evaluation activities relating to terrorist explosive threats and attacks in the United States. | 2023-05-11T15:45:15Z | |
| 117-hres-953 | 117 | hres | 953 | Honoring the first responders who acted swiftly on Sunday, January 16, 2022, to ensure the safety of the residents affected by tornadoes that struck southwest Florida. | Emergency Management | 2022-02-28 | 2022-03-01 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19] | FL | R | D000032 | 0 | This resolution thanks the first responders of southwest Florida for their actions during the tornadoes of January 16, 2022. | 2022-12-30T04:33:52Z | |
| 117-hr-6825 | 117 | hr | 6825 | Nonprofit Security Grant Program Improvement Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-02-25 | 2022-09-27 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 507. | House | Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2] | MS | D | T000193 | 62 | Nonprofit Security Grant Program Improvement Act of 2022 This bill modifies the Nonprofit Security Grant Program of the Department of Homeland Security and reauthorizes appropriations for such program through FY2028. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must establish an office, headed by a senior FEMA official, to administer the program. Office responsibilities include those related to outreach, engagement, education, and technical assistance. FEMA must also publish grant guidelines and may prohibit states from closing application processes before the publication of the guidelines. FEMA must seek to enter into a contract or other agreement with an independent research organization for the conduct of a study that analyzes and reports on (1) the effectiveness of the program for preparedness against terrorism and other threats; (2) the risk-based formula and allocations under the program; and (3) the risk profile of and any identifiable factors leading to the low participation of traditionally underrepresented groups and states under the program. | 2023-05-11T15:45:15Z | |
| 117-hr-6820 | 117 | hr | 6820 | CRISIS Act | Emergency Management | 2022-02-22 | 2022-02-22 | Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. | House | Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2] | NJ | R | V000133 | 13 | Curbing Reckless Ill-conceived Spending on Illegal Services Act or the CRISIS Act This bill modifies the Federal Emergency Management Food and Shelter Program to prohibit the provision of certain services to illegal aliens. Specifically, the bill requires each emergency food and shelter local board to (1) ensure that no recipient service provider provides any service, including transportation, to an alien unlawfully present in the United States; and (2) certify, at least annually to the national board, and publish such certification locally. | 2022-12-30T04:33:55Z | |
| 117-hr-6768 | 117 | hr | 6768 | To amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to reauthorize the First Responder Network Authority. | Emergency Management | 2022-02-18 | 2022-02-21 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. | House | Rep. Demings, Val Butler [D-FL-10] | FL | D | D000627 | 10 | This bill repeals provisions terminating the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) and the Government Accountability Office reporting requirement for such termination. The FirstNet mission is to deploy, operate, maintain, and improve the first high-speed, nationwide wireless broadband network for first responders. | 2022-12-30T04:33:57Z | |
| 117-s-3677 | 117 | s | 3677 | Post-Disaster Mental Health Response Act | Emergency Management | 2022-02-17 | 2022-09-27 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 504. | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 2 | Post-Disaster Mental Health Response Act This bill authorizes the provision of professional counseling services to victims of declared emergencies (current law limits such authorization to victims of major disasters). | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-3689 | 117 | s | 3689 | Crisis Counseling Act | Emergency Management | 2022-02-17 | 2022-02-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA] | GA | D | W000790 | 2 | Crisis Counseling Act This bill requires the President to immediately approve a request from a state, territory, or Indian tribe affected by a major disaster for financial assistance available through the Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program (CCP). Under current law, such states, territories, and tribes must apply to, and wait for approval from, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to implement the CCP. This bill provides for automatic approval for such requests if the requesting state, territory, or tribe has been designated a disaster area under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. | 2022-12-29T21:33:29Z | |
| 117-sjres-38 | 117 | sjres | 38 | A joint resolution relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020. | Emergency Management | 2022-02-14 | 2022-03-03 | Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 47. Record Vote Number: 68. (text: CR S982) | Senate | Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS] | KS | R | M001198 | 9 | This joint resolution terminates the national emergency concerning COVID-19 declared by the President on March 13, 2020. | 2022-12-29T22:48:20Z | |
| 117-hr-6697 | 117 | hr | 6697 | Disaster Contract Improvement Act | Emergency Management | 2022-02-09 | 2022-02-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7] | SC | R | R000597 | 1 | Disaster Contract Improvement Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish an advisory working group to encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities engaged in disaster recovery relating to debris removal. The bill requires (1) FEMA to conduct outreach to states, tribal governments, and local governments with respect to any guidance or support materials developed; and (2) the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study that, among other things, examines the use and adoption rate of advance contracts for debris removal by states, tribal governments, and local governments. | 2022-12-30T04:18:56Z | |
| 117-s-3601 | 117 | s | 3601 | DEMAND Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-02-08 | 2022-02-08 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] | IL | D | D000622 | 4 | Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters Act of 2022 or the DEMAND Act of 2022 This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to designate breast pumps and certain lactation supplies as eligible for financial assistance under major disaster relief provisions. | 2022-12-29T21:18:19Z | |
| 117-s-3592 | 117 | s | 3592 | Firefighter Staffing and Support Act | Emergency Management | 2022-02-07 | 2022-02-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. | Senate | Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] | VT | I | S000033 | 0 | Firefighter Staffing and Support Act This bill provides additional funding for firefighter staffing and safety grants. Specifically, the bill increases funding levels for FY2023 and sets a formula for funding for FY2024-FY2028 under the Assistance to Firefighters Grants and Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grants programs, including for technical assistance. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Fire Administration must submit to Congress and make publicly available reports on (1) plans to improve the grant application process to ease access to such grant funds; and (2) the challenges specific to rural and volunteer fire departments, including an action plan to address such challenges. The bill also provides protections for volunteer firefighters. An employer may not terminate, demote, or discriminate against a volunteer firefighter for providing emergency services as part of a response to an emergency or major disaster. | 2022-12-29T21:18:19Z | |
| 117-hr-6555 | 117 | hr | 6555 | DEMAND Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-02-01 | 2022-02-02 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14] | IL | D | U000040 | 2 | Delivering Essentials to Mothers Amid Natural Disasters Act of 2022 or the DEMAND Act of 2022 This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to designate breast pumps and certain lactation supplies as eligible for financial assistance under major disaster relief provisions. | 2022-12-30T04:19:00Z | |
| 117-hr-6473 | 117 | hr | 6473 | To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to publish the number of known or suspected terrorists encountered attempting to enter the United States on a monthly basis, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-01-21 | 2022-01-22 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism. | House | Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11] | TX | R | P000048 | 12 | This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to publish, by the 15th day of each month, the number of known or suspected terrorists, and individuals whose identities are included in the Terrorist Screening Database, encountered attempting to enter the United States during the immediately preceding month. | 2022-12-30T03:49:01Z | |
| 117-s-3533 | 117 | s | 3533 | Volcanic Ash and Fumes Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-01-20 | 2022-12-14 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 645. | Senate | Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] | HI | D | S001194 | 1 | Volcanic Ash and Fumes Act of 2022 This bill incorporates the capacities and expertise of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) into the National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System. Specifically, the bill integrates into the purposes of the system relevant capacities of NOAA to strengthen the warning and monitoring systems of volcano observatories in the United States. This includes observations and modeling of the results from volcanic eruptions (e.g., emissions of gases, aerosols, and ash; atmospheric dynamics and chemistry; and ocean chemistry) that are carried out by NOAA's Volcanic Ash Advisory Centers located in Anchorage, Alaska, and the District of Columbia. The bill provides for a memorandum of understanding to establish cooperative support for the activities of the system from NOAA, including environmental observations, modeling, and temporary duty assignments of personnel to support emergency activities. The Department of Commerce must (1) submit to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) annual cost estimates for modernization activities and support of the system for NOAA; and (2) collaborate with the USGS to implement activities related to the expertise of NOAA, including observations and modeling of results from volcanic eruptions. Commerce must develop a plan to implement this bill during the five-year period beginning on the date on which the plan is developed. The plan shall include an estimate of the cost and schedule required for implementation. Upon the plan's completion, Commerce shall make it publicly available. | 2023-03-08T19:58:07Z | |
| 117-hr-6396 | 117 | hr | 6396 | Climate RESILIENCE Act | Emergency Management | 2022-01-13 | 2022-01-14 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3] | OR | D | B000574 | 59 | Climate Risk and Emergency Support In Livable Inclusive and Equitable Neighborhoods and Communities Everywhere Act or the Climate RESILIENCE Act This bill makes changes to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to take into account climate change. The bill includes extreme temperature events, such as heat waves or freezes, within the scope of the act and defines resilience for purposes of disaster assistance and mitigation efforts. Federal and state preparedness and mitigation assistance may be used for reducing the impacts of extreme temperatures and improving air quality and mitigating against wildfire smoke.. The bill authorizes implementing predisaster hazard mitigation measures that will be cost-effective and equitable long-term and provide enhanced protection to the community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must (1) provide technical assistance to underserved and disadvantaged communities for such measures; and (2) provide guidance to implement the latest published editions of relevant consensus-based codes, specifications, and standards that incorporate the latest hazard-resistant designs. The bill includes within the hazard mitigation program requirements the abatement of lead, mold, mildew, radon, asthma, and allergen triggers, or other pollutants and hazardous materials directly caused by a major disaster or emergency. FEMA must report to Congress regarding challenges posed by FEMA requirements for determining the cost-effectiveness of mitigation activities and how such requirements may disproportionately burden underserved or disadvantaged communities. | 2022-12-30T03:49:04Z | |
| 117-s-3499 | 117 | s | 3499 | A bill to amend the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 to repeal certain obsolete requirements, and for other purposes. | Emergency Management | 2022-01-13 | 2022-12-20 | Became Public Law No: 117-253. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | This act repeals a provision of the Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 that requires the Department of Homeland Security to promulgate regulations to minimize the excessive use by contractors of subcontractors or tiers of subcontractors to perform the principal work of any contract for facilitating response to or recovery from a natural or man-made disaster. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-s-3502 | 117 | s | 3502 | Achieving Equity in Disaster Response, Recovery, and Resilience Act of 2022 | Emergency Management | 2022-01-13 | 2022-07-21 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 450. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | Achieving Equity in Disaster Response, Recovery, and Resilience Act of 2022 This bill establishes an Office of Civil Rights, Equity, and Community Inclusion within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The office shall be responsible for improving underserved community access to disaster assistance and improving the quality of assistance such communities receive; reviewing FEMA preparedness, response, and recovery programs and activities to ensure the elimination of disparities in the delivery of such programs and activities to underserved communities; and carrying out responsibilities of the previous Office of Equal Rights. The bill defines underserved community to mean an historically disadvantaged community, including the Native American, African-American, Asian, Hispanic, Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern and North African, and rural communities, as well as low-income and disability communities. The bill establishes within the office a Disability Coordinator to ensure that the needs of disabled individuals are being addressed in emergency preparedness and disaster relief. The office shall develop measures to evaluate the effectiveness of its activities aimed at reducing disparities in services provided to underserved communities. During the period of time for which there is a major disaster or emergency declared by the President with respect to COVID-19, the office shall regularly consult with state, local, territorial, and tribal government officials and community-based organizations from underserved communities that it identifies as disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. | 2023-03-08T20:12:14Z | |
| 117-s-3510 | 117 | s | 3510 | Disaster Resiliency Planning Act | Emergency Management | 2022-01-13 | 2022-12-05 | Became Public Law No: 117-221. | Senate | Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] | MI | D | P000595 | 1 | Disaster Resiliency Planning Act This act requires the Office of Management and Budget to establish guidance that requires federal agencies to incorporate natural disaster resilience into real property asset management and investment decisions. Specifically, the guidance must direct each agency to incorporate assessments of natural disaster risk information conducted by the agency, such as vulnerability and other risk assessments, into real property asset management and investment decisions. | 2023-11-09T22:13:49Z | |
| 117-s-3512 | 117 | s | 3512 | Disaster Contract Improvement Act | Emergency Management | 2022-01-13 | 2022-07-12 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 439. | Senate | Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] | FL | R | S001217 | 3 | Disaster Contract Improvement Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish an advisory working group to encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities engaged in disaster recovery relating to debris removal. The bill requires (1) FEMA to conduct outreach to states, tribal governments, and local governments with respect to any guidance or support materials developed; and (2) the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study that includes examining the use and adoption rate of advance contracts for debris removal by states, tribal governments, and local governments. | 2023-03-08T20:12:08Z | |
| 117-hr-6387 | 117 | hr | 6387 | School and Daycare Protection Act | Emergency Management | 2022-01-12 | 2022-04-06 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10] | NJ | D | P000604 | 6 | School and Daycare Protection Act This bill establishes in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) a council to ensure the coordination of activities, plans, and policies to enhance the security of early childhood education programs and schools against acts of terrorism and other homeland security threats. DHS must participate in federal efforts to maintain and publicize a clearinghouse of resources available to early childhood education programs, elementary schools, and secondary schools to enhance security against such threats. Further, DHS must report by January 30, 2023, and annually thereafter, to the congressional homeland security committees on (1) DHS activities, plans, and policies aimed at enhancing security; (2) the council's activities and contributions of DHS to federal efforts to maintain and publicize the clearinghouse; and (3) any metrics regarding the efficacy of such activities and contributions, and any engagement with stakeholders outside of the federal government. | 2023-05-11T15:45:15Z | |
| 117-hr-6190 | 117 | hr | 6190 | Wildfire Smoke Relief Act | Emergency Management | 2021-12-08 | 2021-12-09 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] | CO | D | N000191 | 4 | Wildfire Smoke Relief Act This bill provides for assistance for the purchase of smoke inhalation prevention equipment to specified individuals at risk of wildfire smoke-related illness. The President, in carrying out the Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), shall provide (1) assistance to a state or local government, local public health authority, or a coordinated care organization to purchase and provide such equipment to at-risk individuals; and (2) cost-efficient transitional shelter assistance to at-risk individuals in any case in which such equipment is insufficient to mitigate the risk of illness. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hr-6120 | 117 | hr | 6120 | SAFE Border Act | Emergency Management | 2021-12-02 | 2021-12-03 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations. | House | Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5] | OK | R | B000740 | 12 | Securing American Families from Exploitation at the Border Act or the SAFE Border Act This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish a temporary grant program to reimburse landowners for loss or damage to property caused by an individual illegally crossing the southern border or to improve the security of such property. Specifically, FEMA may provide grants to landowners who have experienced (or are at risk of experiencing) property theft or damage in areas within 10 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border. | 2022-12-30T03:04:07Z | |
| 117-hr-6138 | 117 | hr | 6138 | Preventing Our Next Natural Disaster Act | Emergency Management | 2021-12-02 | 2021-12-02 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15] | CA | D | S001193 | 4 | Preventing Our Next Natural Disaster Act This bill modifies the pre-disaster mitigation grant program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Specifically, the bill increases FEMA's set-aside for pre-disaster mitigation assistance from 6% to 15% of certain grant amounts; provides for a 2% set-aside for community planning and capacity building assistance; and authorizes FEMA to develop guidance regarding how to incorporate climate change into the National Risk Index, cost-benefit analyses, and improved codes, specifications, and standards to address natural hazards. FEMA must prioritize applicants for assistance with the highest hazard risk in coordination with FEMA's National Risk Index, environmental justice communities, and low-income communities (current law covers the latter though this bill modifies the number of individuals in such communities); provide community outreach; and establish a central federal database to consolidate funding data collected by all local, state, and federal agencies involved in post-disaster response and pre-disaster mitigation spending and categorize the data by type of project, funding source, and hazard types using a user-friendly database and interactive map. | 2023-10-19T19:15:29Z | |
| 117-hr-6044 | 117 | hr | 6044 | FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grants Program Reauthorization Act of 2021 | Emergency Management | 2021-11-18 | 2021-11-19 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6] | NY | D | M001188 | 3 | FEMA Emergency Management Performance Grants Program Reauthorization Act of 2021 This bill extends the authorization of the Emergency Management Performance Grants Program through FY2026. This program provides state, local, tribal, and emergency management agencies with resources to implement the National Preparedness System and otherwise support emergency planning, preparedness, and response. | 2022-12-30T08:18:23Z | |
| 117-s-3256 | 117 | s | 3256 | Disaster Contract Transparency Act of 2021 | Emergency Management | 2021-11-18 | 2021-11-18 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] | FL | R | S001217 | 1 | Disaster Contract Transparency Act of 2021 This bill modifies the process for contracting following natural disasters. Specifically, the bill (1) requires state and local governments to have advance contracts in place for debris removal services in order to be eligible for the public assistance grant program; and (2) limits Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reimbursement of debris removal to the lower of federal, state, or local contract rates. The bill further requires FEMA to penalize vendors for failing to adhere to pre-disaster contracts, develop and implement clear rules regarding the oversight of debris removal contracts, develop a documented risk-based approach for grants that federal coordinating officers can use to determine appropriate cost-effective field presence required for debris removal oversight, and report to Congress annually detailing a comprehensive list of advance contracts and a review of the need for advance contracts that may be lacking for debris removal and other services. | 2022-12-30T02:48:57Z | |
| 117-hr-5960 | 117 | hr | 5960 | State and Local Government Cybersecurity Act of 2021 | Emergency Management | 2021-11-12 | 2021-11-15 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Protection, and Innovation. | House | Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2] | CO | D | N000191 | 0 | State and Local Government Cybersecurity Act of 2021 This bill provides for collaboration between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as corporations, associations, and the general public, regarding cybersecurity. The bill expands DHS responsibilities through grants and cooperative agreements, including provision of assistance and education related to cyber threat indicators, defensive measures, cybersecurity risks or vulnerabilities, and incident response and management. The bill requires the National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center, upon request, to coordinate with entities such as the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center to engage in specified activities, including to (1) conduct exercises with state, local, tribal, or territorial government entities; (2) provide operational and technical cybersecurity training to such entities; and (3) promote cybersecurity education and awareness. | 2023-05-11T15:45:15Z | |
| 117-hres-792 | 117 | hres | 792 | Honoring the individuals fighting and the individuals who have fallen responding to wildland fires during the ongoing 2021 wildfire season. | Emergency Management | 2021-11-12 | 2021-11-15 | Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands. | House | Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-10] | CA | D | H001090 | 1 | This resolution recognizes the efforts and sacrifices of the wildland firefighters who have risked their lives to fight intense wildfires in 2021. The resolution also (1) expresses support for communities throughout the West as they focus on recovery and rebuilding areas and communities affected by wildfires, and (2) extends gratitude to the families and loved ones of wildland firefighters for supporting the wildland firefighter community. | 2022-12-30T08:18:20Z | |
| 117-sres-436 | 117 | sres | 436 | A resolution honoring the individuals fighting and the individuals who have fallen responding to wildland fires during the ongoing 2021 wildfire season. | Emergency Management | 2021-11-02 | 2021-11-02 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7685; text: CR S7605) | Senate | Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] | MT | R | D000618 | 8 | This resolution recognizes the efforts and sacrifices of the wildland firefighters who have risked their lives to fight intense wildfires in 2021. The resolution also (1) expresses support for communities throughout the West as they focus on recovery and rebuilding areas and communities affected by wildfires, and (2) extends gratitude to the families and loved ones of wildland firefighters for supporting the wildland firefighter community. | 2022-12-05T21:45:22Z | |
| 117-hr-5765 | 117 | hr | 5765 | Stop AOC Act | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3] | CO | R | B000825 | 7 | Stop Appropriations for Obsequy Costs Act or the Stop AOC Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for financial assistance to an individual or household for funeral expenses if the eligibility for such assistance is derived from a cause of death related to COVID-19. | 2023-01-01T23:50:03Z | |
| 117-hr-5774 | 117 | hr | 5774 | Expediting Disaster Recovery Act | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2022-09-15 | Received in the Senate. | House | Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6] | LA | R | G000577 | 4 | Expediting Disaster Recovery Act This bill authorizes the President, after the declaration of a major disaster, to direct the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide to the state assistance necessary for meeting unmet needs as a result of such disaster. The President may provide financial assistance or direct assistance to individuals or households to construct permanent or semi-permanent housing in insular areas outside the continental United States and in other locations if the President considers it a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions. The Government Accountability Office must conduct a review on the fiscal controls by states that receive funds under provisions pertaining to public assistance grant program eligibility and oversight for debris removal. The President may not impose additional income criteria on a potential grant recipient who has accepted a qualified disaster loan in determining eligibility for duplications of benefit relief. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hr-5778 | 117 | hr | 5778 | Security After Sandy Act | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Kim, Andy [D-NJ-3] | NJ | D | K000394 | 8 | Security After Sandy Act This bill cancels and waives certain debts owed to the United States. The bill cancels repayment for all uncollected amounts owed with respect to community disaster loans made by the federal government between January 1, 2006, and January 1, 2021, with respect to any major disaster declared under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. The Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the Small Business Administration shall waive a debt owed to the United States related to such assistance provided to an individual or household if (1) such debt owed is a result of an unauthorized use of funds for such assistance, and (2) the use of funds related to the same recovery for which the assistance was provided. Such debt may not be waived if it involves fraud by the debtor. | 2022-12-30T07:33:59Z | |
| 117-hr-5780 | 117 | hr | 5780 | Disaster Equity and Fairness Act | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19] | CA | D | L000397 | 5 | Disaster Equity and Fairness Act This bill makes changes in the provision of federal disaster assistance to underserved communities and other specified recipients. Underserved community means populations sharing a particular characteristic and geographic communities that have been systematically denied a full opportunity to participate in aspects of economic, social, and civic life. Specifically, the bill increases the federal cost share to a local government or Indian tribal government in connection with a second or subsequent major disaster during any three-year period. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may provide assistance to a state, local government, or Indian tribal government to reimburse the cost of coordinating food delivery, production, and distribution in the event of a major disaster. FEMA must provide direct technical assistance to eligible entities for applications and prioritize specified categories of communities, including underserved communities, those that have demonstrated a compelling need, and those that are exposed to increased hazards or vulnerabilities. The bill increases the federal cost share for a recipient (1) that will use the assistance in, or for the benefit of persons who are members of, an undeserved community; or (2) who is in, or who is a member of, an underserved community. | 2023-05-11T15:45:15Z | |
| 117-hr-5782 | 117 | hr | 5782 | FIRE Act of 2021 | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19] | CA | D | L000397 | 7 | FEMA Improvement, Reform, and Efficiency Act of 2021 or the FIRE Act This bill addresses the federal government's approach to wildfires. Specifically, the bill authorizes a public mitigation assistance applicant to relocate an eligible structure upon demonstrating that the structure is at risk from future damage and the relocation reduces the risk to the structure, is cost effective, and does not increase risk to adjacent structures. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the National Weather Service, must conduct a study on Red Flag Warnings and similar weather and notification methods to implement plans and actions prior to a wildfire that can limit the impact, duration, or severity of the fire. The President must ensure that those providing counseling or case management services to victims of a major disaster are trained to address cultural competency. FEMA must (1) conduct a study and develop a plan to address providing housing assistance to survivors of major disasters or emergencies when presented with challenges such as the lack of proof of ownership, and (2) seek to contract with the National Academy of Sciences to study solutions to address the availability and affordability of insurance for wildfire perils and other related matters. The bill allows Indian tribal governments to apply for grants for equipping, upgrading, and constructing state and local emergency operations centers. | 2023-03-09T17:47:48Z | |
| 117-hres-750 | 117 | hres | 750 | Expressing support for the designation of October 28, 2021, as "Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day". | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-29 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3] | CT | D | D000216 | 1 | This resolution supports the designation of Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day. | 2023-01-01T23:49:41Z | |
| 117-sres-433 | 117 | sres | 433 | A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 28, 2021, as "Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day". | Emergency Management | 2021-10-28 | 2021-10-28 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S7465) | Senate | Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA] | MA | D | W000817 | 4 | This resolution supports the designation of October 28, 2021, as Honoring the Nation's First Responders Day. | 2022-12-30T07:48:43Z |
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