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bill_id	congress	bill_type	bill_number	title	policy_area	introduced_date ▲	latest_action_date	latest_action_text	origin_chamber	sponsor_name	sponsor_state	sponsor_party	sponsor_bioguide_id	cosponsor_count	summary_text	update_date
99-sjres-427	99	sjres	427	A joint resolution reaffirming our friendship and sympathy with the people of El Salvador following the devastating earthquake of October 10, 1986.	Emergency Management	1986-10-15	1986-11-06	Became Public Law No: 99-623.	Senate	Sen. Kassebaum, Nancy Landon [R-KS]	KS	R	K000017	40	Declares that the United States extends its sympathies to the people and Government of El Salvador with regard to the recent earthquake. Urges the President to provide appropriate relief to help prevent further loss of life in El Salvador. Declares that the United States is prepared to cooperate with El Salvador in long-term efforts to recover from the effects of the earthquake.	2023-01-19T20:05:19Z
99-hr-5488	99	hr	5488	Disaster Relief Act Amendments of 1986	Emergency Management	1986-09-09	1986-10-03	Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Howard, James J. [D-NJ-3]	NJ	D	H000840	15	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Disaster Relief Act Amendments of 1986 - Amends the short title of the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to read the "Major Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act." Amends such Act to redefine "emergency" to include any instance for which, in the President's determination, Federal assistance is needed to supplement State and local efforts to save lives and protect property. Repeals provisions of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 concerning economic recovery for disaster areas. Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 (hereinafter referred to as the Disaster Relief Act) to revise procedures concerning State requests for emergency assistance. Describes the determination to be made by the President concerning the nature of an emergency prior to authorizing emergency assistance under such Act. Authorizes the President, in any emergency, to: (1) direct any Federal agency to use its resources to save lives and protect property and public health; (2) coordinate Federal agencies with State and local officials in providing emergency assistance; and (3) provide technical and advisory assistance to affected State and local governments in the performance of essential community services in the event of an emergency. Sets forth the manner by which the President is authorized to provide emergency assistance. Limits funds to a set amount for any single emergency, except when the President determines that continued emergency assistance is immediately required. Requires a report from the President to the Congress when such single-event funds are exceeded. Redefines "major disaster." Makes other technical and conforming amendments. Requires facilities receiving such emergency assistance to have been covered by adequate and reasonable flood insurance in order to receive full assistance benefits. Provides for the repayment of duplicated insurance benefits. Amends title III of the Disaster Relief Act to provide for: (1) a declaration that action taken or assistance provided pur…	2024-02-07T16:02:17Z
99-sjres-379	99	sjres	379	A joint resolution to designate the Fallen Fire Fighters Statue and Plaza in Colorado Springs, Colorado as the National Fire Fighters Memorial.	Emergency Management	1986-07-25	1986-07-25	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules.	Senate	Sen. Armstrong, William L. [R-CO]	CO	R	A000219	0	Designates the Fallen Fire Fighter Statue and Plaza in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as the National Fallen Fire Fighters Memorial.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
99-s-2584	99	s	2584	A bill to extend authorizations of appropriations for the Disaster Relief Act of 1974, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1986-06-23	1986-06-23	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Humphrey, Gordon J. [R-NH]	NH	R	H000951	0	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1987 for Federal disaster relief and for the administrative expenses of the Federal Emergency Management Agency for FY 1987.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-s-2573	99	s	2573	A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to provide more effective assistance to disaster and emergency victims.	Emergency Management	1986-06-19	1986-06-19	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA]	PA	R	H000456	27	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to establish a cost-sharing formula for certain Federal disaster assistance programs. Declares the Federal share of assistance to be 75 percent for the repair of damaged public facilities and debris removal on the condition that remaining costs are paid by a State or local government. Declares the Federal share of assistance to be 100 percent for: (1) unemployment assistance; (2) temporary housing assistance; and (3) crisis counseling assistance and training. Declares that no State shall be ruled ineligible for assistance under this Act by virtue of an arithmetic formula based on income or population if such State has qualified for Federal disaster assistance within the past 24 months.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-s-2574	99	s	2574	A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to provide more effective assistance to disaster and emergency victims.	Emergency Management	1986-06-19	1986-06-19	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA]	PA	R	H000456	19	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to authorize the establishment of local disaster assistance centers which shall: (1) gather and disseminate information regarding Federal, State, and local assistance programs; (2) accept applications; and (3) provide program counseling. Provides for the removal of debris (including dying trees) from private property that is within 200 feet of a residence situated on such property. Requires that at least two 60-day offers of temporary housing assistance be made to qualifying persons in a disaster area. Increases aggregate individual and family grant amounts. Sets a 60-day deadline for payment of approved work under such Act.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-hjres-650	99	hjres	650	A joint resolution to recognize the National Fallen Firefighters' Memorial on the campus of the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland, as the official national memorial to professional and volunteer firefighters who die in the line of duty.	Emergency Management	1986-06-10	1986-06-10	Referred to House Committee on House Administration.	House	Rep. Byron, Beverly B. [D-MD-6]	MD	D	B001220	1	Recognizes the National Fallen Firefighters' Memorial at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, Maryland, as the official national memorial to firefighters who die in the line of duty. Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to maintain and operate the memorial.	2024-02-07T11:39:48Z
99-hr-4933	99	hr	4933	A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to provide more effective assistance to disaster and emergency victims.	Emergency Management	1986-06-04	1986-06-16	Referred to Subcommittee on Water Resources.	House	Rep. Ridge, Thomas J. [R-PA-21]	PA	R	R000243	14	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to authorize the establishment of local disaster assistance centers which shall: (1) gather and disseminate information regarding Federal, State, and local assistance programs; (2) accept applications; and (3) provide program counseling. Provides for the removal from private property of debris (including dying trees) that is within 200 feet of a residence situated on such property. Requires that at least two 60-day offers of temporary housing assistance be made to qualifying persons in a disaster area. Increases aggregate individual and family grant amounts. Sets a 60-day deadline for payment of approved work under such Act.	2024-02-07T16:02:17Z
99-hr-4934	99	hr	4934	A bill to establish cost sharing formulas for certain forms of assistance under the Disaster Relief Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1986-06-04	1986-06-16	Referred to Subcommittee on Water Resources.	House	Rep. Ridge, Thomas J. [R-PA-21]	PA	R	R000243	90	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to establish a cost-sharing formula for certain Federal disaster assistance programs. Declares the Federal share of assistance to be 75 percent for the repair of damaged public facilities and debris removal on the condition that remaining costs are paid by a State or local government. Declares the Federal share of assistance to be 100 percent for: (1) unemployment assistance; (2) temporary housing assistance; and (3) crisis counseling assistance and training.	2024-02-07T16:02:17Z
99-s-2180	99	s	2180	A bill to authorize appropriations for activities under the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1986-03-11	1986-07-08	Became Public Law No: 99-359.	Senate	Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA]	WA	R	G000333	6	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1987. Amends the Uniform Time Act of 1966 to start daylight savings time the first Sunday in April rather than the last Sunday of April. Continues a State's right to preempt such time changes. Directs the Federal Communications Commission to make necessary adjustments in the operation of daytime standard amplitude modulation broadcast stations.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
99-hr-4252	99	hr	4252	A bill to authorize appropriations for activities under the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1986-02-26	1986-06-24	Other Measure S.2180 (Amended) Passed House in Lieu.	House	Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2]	FL	D	F000430	0	(Measure passed House, amended, roll call #193 (386-28)) Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1987.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
99-hr-4224	99	hr	4224	A bill making supplemental appropriations to increase amounts available under certain Federal disaster and emergency programs.	Emergency Management	1986-02-25	1986-02-25	Referred to House Committee on Appropriations.	House	Rep. Fazio, Vic [D-CA-4]	CA	D	F000053	19	Makes supplemental appropriations for FY 1986 to the: (1) Department of the Army for the flood control and coastal emergencies account of the Corps of Engineers--Civil; (2) Federal Emergency Management Agency for disaster relief; and (3) Department of Agriculture for watershed and flood prevention operations of the Soil Conservation Service and the emergency conservation program of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service. Provides that the limitation on the amount of funds that may be obligated from the emergency highway repair fund of the Secretary of Transportation in relation to a single disaster in any State shall not apply to disasters occurring in FY 1986.	2024-02-05T11:50:03Z
99-sconres-89	99	sconres	89	A concurrent resolution relating to emergency humanitarian assistance to Columbia.	Emergency Management	1985-11-21	1985-11-21	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	Senate	Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN]	IN	R	L000504	6	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should express its condolences to Colombia and make available to it emergency humanitarian assistance and relief.	2021-06-30T19:50:58Z
99-hjres-459	99	hjres	459	A joint resolution reaffirming the friendship of the people of the United States with the people of Colombia following the devastating volcanic eruption of November 13, 1985.	Emergency Management	1985-11-19	1985-12-11	Became Public Law No: 99-174.	House	Rep. Fascell, Dante B. [D-FL-19]	FL	D	F000041	7	Extends the sympathy of the United States to Colombia with respect to the tragedy resulting from the volcanic eruption. Declares that: (1) the Congress encourages the President to provide relief and rehabilitation assistance to Colombia; and (2) the United States is prepared to cooperate with Colombia in long-term efforts to help it recover from such disaster.	2023-01-20T13:11:17Z
99-hres-293	99	hres	293	A resolution expressing concern for all the people of Puerto Rico affected by the devastation caused by tropical storm Isabel, support for Puerto Rico's effort to cope with this tragedy and the sense of the House of Representatives that the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico should be declared a disaster area and provided with all necessary assistance.	Emergency Management	1985-10-10	1985-10-10	Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-NY-18]	NY	D	G000047	5	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the House supports the efforts of the Government of Puerto Rico to meet the needs created by tropical storm Isabel; and (2) the President should declare Puerto Rico a disaster area so that Federal emergency assistance can be provided to that island.	2021-06-30T18:53:56Z
99-hr-3533	99	hr	3533	National Flood Insurance Improvements Act of 1985	Emergency Management	1985-10-09	1985-10-09	Referred to Subcommittee on Housing and Community Development.	House	Rep. Bilirakis, Michael [R-FL-9]	FL	R	B000463	0	National Flood Insurance Improvements Act of 1985 - Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to permit the provision of flood insurance coverage for properties constructed: (1) in unintentional violation of State or local land use requirements; (2) without the knowledge or consent of the current owner, in violation of such requirements; or (3) in violation of such requirements but constructed as not to impair the integrity of the foundation of the property. Requires notice of any violation of State or local law, regulation, or ordinance to be placed upon the appropriate official land records.	2025-08-29T16:33:26Z
99-hr-3436	99	hr	3436	A bill to designate the Fallen Firefighter Statue and Plaza in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.	Emergency Management	1985-09-26	1985-09-26	Referred to House Committee on House Administration.	House	Rep. Kramer, Ken [R-CO-5]	CO	R	K000322	65	Designates the Fallen Firefighter Statue and Plaza in Colorado Springs, Colorado, as the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial.	2024-02-07T11:39:48Z
99-hconres-196	99	hconres	196	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress in support of the provision of disaster assistance for the victims of the earthquake in Mexico on September 19, 1985.	Emergency Management	1985-09-20	1985-09-27	Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.	House	Rep. Coleman, Ronald D. [D-TX-16]	TX	D	C000621	34	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President, if the Government of Mexico requests such assistance, should: (1) use existing funds available to the Department of State and the Agency for International Development, including the "borrowing" authority under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, to provide disaster relief for the victims of the earthquake in Mexico on September 19, 1985; and (2) submit a request to the Congress for the authorization and appropriation of such additional disaster assistance as may be necessary. Declares that the Congress will give expeditious consideration to any such request for disaster assistance to Mexico.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
99-hjres-394	99	hjres	394	A joint resolution reaffirming our historic solidarity with the people of Mexico following the devastating earthquake of September 19, 1985.	Emergency Management	1985-09-20	1985-10-04	Became Public Law No: 99-116.	House	Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12]	TX	D	W000763	45	Extends the sympathy of the United States to Mexico on the earthquake tragedy. Declares that: (1) the President should provide appropriate relief and rehabilitation assistance to prevent further suffering and safeguard the public health; and (2) the United States is prepared to cooperate with Mexico in long term efforts to recover from the effects of the earthquake.	2023-01-20T12:52:02Z
99-hr-3392	99	hr	3392	A bill making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1985, for assistance for the victims of the September 1985 earthquake in Mexico, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-09-20	1985-09-27	Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.	House	Rep. Bereuter, Doug [R-NE-1]	NE	R	B000403	2	Makes supplemental appropriations for FY 1985 for aid to Mexico for: (1) agricultural commodities supplied through Public Law 480; (2) international disaster assistance. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize additional appropriations for FY 1985 for assistance to the victims of the earthquake in Mexico.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
99-s-1681	99	s	1681	A bill to authorize appropriations to provide international disaster assistance to the victims of the Mexican earthquake of September 1985.	Emergency Management	1985-09-20	1985-09-20	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ]	AZ	D	D000185	0	Authorizes appropriations, under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, for international disaster assistance for victims of the Mexican earthquake.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
99-s-1682	99	s	1682	Mexican Earthquake Relief Act of 1985	Emergency Management	1985-09-20	1985-09-20	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX]	TX	D	B000401	2	Mexican Earthquake Relief Act of 1985 - Makes appropriations, under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, to the President to provide aid to the Mexican earthquake victims. Directs the President to try to enlist the cooperation of private business and nongovernmental institutions in aiding the Mexican earthquake victims. Direct the President to report to the Congress on actions taken pursuant to this Act and on any recommendations for additional legislation.	2025-08-29T16:32:02Z
99-sconres-67	99	sconres	67	A concurrent resolution relating humanitarian response to the earthquake in Mexico City.	Emergency Management	1985-09-19	1985-09-19	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	Senate	Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA]	MA	D	K000105	8	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should make available to the Government of Mexico and to Mexico City emergency humanitarian assistance and relief for the victims of the earthquake.	2021-06-30T19:50:49Z
99-s-1634	99	s	1634	A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1985-09-12	1985-09-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	0	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to raise from $25,000 to $50,000 the limitation on Federal grants for improving, maintaining, and updating State disaster assistance plans. Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to report to the Congress on the adequacy of State resources.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-s-1635	99	s	1635	A bill to require the Federal Emergency Management Agency to update and distribute the publication entitled "Protecting Mobile Homes from High Winds".	Emergency Management	1985-09-12	1985-09-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	0	Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to: (1) update the publication entitled "Protecting Mobile Homes from High Winds"; and (2) distribute such publication through mobile home dealers to all purchasers of new mobile homes.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
99-s-1636	99	s	1636	A bill to increase the maximum individual and family grant under the Disaster Relief Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1985-09-12	1985-09-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	0	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to increase the maximum individual and family grant from $5,000 to $10,000.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-sres-206	99	sres	206	A resolution to urge Federal agencies with flood control responsibilities to plan for and execute efficient and effective cooperation and technical assistance to State and local governments to mitigate the consequences of the high water levels on the Great Lakes.	Emergency Management	1985-07-30	1985-07-30	Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN]	MN	R	D000566	12	Expresses the sense of the Senate that there must be a concerted effort on the part of Federal agencies with flood control mandates to cooperate with State and local governments to mitigate the consequences of the high water levels on the Great Lakes.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-s-1479	99	s	1479	Public Safety Officers' Death Benefits Act Amendments of 1985	Emergency Management	1985-07-22	1986-09-10	Subcommittee on Criminal Law. Hearings held.	Senate	Sen. Sasser, Jim [D-TN]	TN	D	S000068	4	Public Safety Officers' Death Benefits Act Amendments of 1985 - Amends the Public Safety Officers' Death Benefits Act to include within the definition of "fireman" any person who is an officially recognized or designated public employee member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew who was responding to a fire, rescue, or police emergency. Includes within the definition of "public safety officer" any person serving as a firefighter, or member of a rescue squad or ambulance crew.	2025-08-29T16:31:23Z
99-s-1442	99	s	1442	A bill to amend the Act of May 27, 1955, to increase the effectiveness of domestic firefighting forces and ensure prompt and effective control of wildfires on Federal lands by permitting the use of firefighting forces of foreign nations and the reimbursement of such forces for costs incurred in fighting wildfires throughout the United States, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-07-16	1985-12-02	Committee on Energy and Natural Resources received executive comment from Agriculture Department. Favorable.	Senate	Sen. McClure, James A. [R-ID]	ID	R	M000346	0	Amends Federal law authorizing reciprocal fire protection agreements between U.S. agencies and other fire fighting organizations by deleting proximity restrictions on the use and reimbursement of foreign firefighting organizations for fighting wildfires throughout the United States. Requires the agency head to determine that no U.S. firefighting organization is reasonably available to provide such protection before funds are expended for foreign fire protection.	2025-04-23T11:41:33Z
99-s-1287	99	s	1287	A bill to authorize the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to construct, operate and maintain a single retention structure for controlling sediment flowing from eruptions of Mount St. Helens.	Emergency Management	1985-06-12	1985-06-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Evans, Daniel J. [R-WA]	WA	R	E000236	1	Directs the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to construct a sediment retention structure near the confluence of the Toutle and Green Rivers, Washington, to control sediment flowing from eruptions of Mount St. Helens. Directs the Secretary to undertake conforming activities downstream for flood protection and navigation maintenance on the Toutle, Cowlitz, and Columbia Rivers.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-hr-2619	99	hr	2619	A bill to require certain flammable liquid storage facilities to have overflow alarm systems, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-05-23	1985-06-03	Referred to Subcommittee on Health and Safety.	House	Rep. Guarini, Frank J. [D-NJ-14]	NJ	D	G000511	0	Requires storage tank facilities which contain flammable liquids to be equipped with high level alarm systems designed to activate upon the threat of an overflow. Subjects plans and specifications to the approval of the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health prior to installation. Requires the Assistant Secretary to inspect such installations for compliance with this Act. Requires an alarm system to have a distinctive sound signal audible to all personnel in the event of specified occurrences. Requires any high level alarm system at an unattended facility to prevent the flow of flammable liquid in the event of a power failure. Requires systems installed prior to enactment of this Act to be inspected by the Assistant Secretary. Requires fire and emergency plans for facilities to be filed with the appropriate fire department. Directs the Assistant Secretary to assess civil penalties against owners or operators of noncomplying terminals at a certain sum per day.	2025-07-21T19:44:15Z
99-s-1023	99	s	1023	A bill to extend authorizations for appropriations for the Disaster Relief Act of 1974, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-04-26	1985-06-28	Favorable Executive Comment Received From FEMA.	Senate	Sen. Humphrey, Gordon J. [R-NH]	NH	R	H000951	0	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1986 for Federal disaster relief and for the administrative expenses of the Federal Emergency Management Agency for FY 1986.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-hr-1871	99	hr	1871	A bill to amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend certain authorities thereunder, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-04-02	1985-04-02	Referred to Subcommittee on Housing and Community Development.	House	Rep. Wylie, Chalmers P. [R-OH-15]	OH	R	W000781	0	Amends the Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend the National Flood Insurance Program through FY 1991. Permits monies from the National Flood Insurance Fund to be used for the coordination of flood insurance with land management programs in flood-prone areas.	2024-02-06T19:38:08Z
99-s-817	99	s	817	A bill to authorize appropriations under the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 for fiscal years 1986 and 1987, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-03-28	1985-09-30	Became Public Law No: 99-105.	Senate	Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA]	WA	R	G000333	1	(Senate agreed to House amendments with an amendment) Amends the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 to authorize appropriations through FY 1987 for the following programs: (1) the national earthquake hazards reduction program; (2) geological surveys; (3) earthquake-related activities of the National Science Foundation; and (4) earthquake-related activities of the National Bureau of Standards. Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to maintain a written plan for the earthquake hazards reduction program and to submit such plan to the Congress. Declares that such plans shall be updated at least every three years. Requires the Director, in cooperation with the United States Geological Survey, the National Science Foundation, and the National Bureau of Standards, to make an annual presentation to the appropriate committee of the Congress of any events and programmatic requirements deemed significant by the national earthquakes and hazards reduction program.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
99-s-818	99	s	818	A bill to authorize appropriations for activities under the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1985-03-28	1985-09-26	Became Public Law No: 99-97.	Senate	Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA]	WA	R	G000333	0	(Senate agreed to House amendment with an amendment) Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1986.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
99-hr-1727	99	hr	1727	A bill to authorize appropriations for activities under the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974.	Emergency Management	1985-03-26	1985-03-29	Referred to Subcommittee on Science Research and Technology.	House	Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2]	FL	D	F000430	0	Amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to authorize appropriations for FY 1986 and 1987.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
99-hr-1728	99	hr	1728	A bill to authorize appropriations under the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act for fiscal years 1986 and 1987, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-03-26	1985-05-02	For Further Action See S.817.	House	Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2]	FL	D	F000430	0	Amends the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 to authorize appropriations to carry out specified provisions of such Act through FY 1987. Requires the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to maintain a written plan for earthquake hazards reduction programs and submit such plan to the Congress. Requires such plan to be updated at least every five years.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
99-s-666	99	s	666	A bill to amend the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended, to extend certain authorities thereunder, and for other purposes.	Emergency Management	1985-03-14	1985-03-14	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking.	Senate	Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT]	UT	R	G000072	1	Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend through FY 1991: (1) new flood control contracts; (2) the emergency implementation of flood insurance programs; (3) the establishment of flood-risk zones; and (4) estimates of flood-related losses for such zones. Authorizes the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to use the National Flood Insurance Fund to: (1) identify flood-prone areas; (2) conduct studies regarding the adequacy of State and local measures in flood-prone areas; (3) purchase insured properties damaged beyond repair by flood; (4) provide the owners of such properties with low interest loans; and (5) reimburse individuals and communities for certain expenses.	2025-01-14T18:20:21Z
99-s-449	99	s	449	A bill to provide disaster relief through the Corps of Engineers for roads and beaches on the eastern coast of the State of Florida destroyed in Fall 1984 storms.	Emergency Management	1985-02-07	1985-02-07	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL]	FL	R	H000374	0	Directs the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to provide disaster relief for restoration of beaches and roads damaged by the fall 1984 storms on the eastern coast of Florida. Conditions such relief on State or local interests providing 50 percent of the costs of restoring public beaches, and 100 percent of the costs of restoring certain private beaches. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into contracts to insure the provision of such non-Federal share of costs. Authorizes the Secretary, upon appropriate application, to guarantee up to 90 percent of loan obligations for such restoration. Directs the Secretary to conduct a study on what assistance for beach restoration in the affected area, in addition to this Act, is necessary to restore the beaches to their condition prior to the 1984 storms. Requires that a report on such study be submitted to the appropriate congressional committees not later than December 31, 1985.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
99-hr-552	99	hr	552	A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to ensure that Federal assistance will be provided expeditiously to communities threatened by major disasters.	Emergency Management	1985-01-22	1985-04-12	Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From FEMA.	House	Rep. Andrews, Michael [D-TX-25]	TX	D	A000209	0	Amends the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 to require the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to deploy at least one disaster relief specialist to any area in which a major disaster is imminent in order to: (1) assist State and local officials in developing disaster preparation programs; and (2) place field staff in advance and take other measures to ensure expeditious post-disaster assistance.	2024-02-07T16:02:17Z

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    latest_action_text TEXT,
    origin_chamber TEXT,
    sponsor_name TEXT,
    sponsor_state TEXT,
    sponsor_party TEXT,
    sponsor_bioguide_id TEXT,
    cosponsor_count INTEGER DEFAULT 0,
    summary_text TEXT,
    update_date TEXT,
    url TEXT
);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_congress ON legislation(congress);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_type ON legislation(bill_type);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_policy ON legislation(policy_area);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_date ON legislation(introduced_date);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor ON legislation(sponsor_name);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor_bioguide ON legislation(sponsor_bioguide_id);