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US HR5532

US HR5532
National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2021


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Introduced
10/08/2021
In Committee
10/12/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To provide for a National Disaster Safety Board.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the National Disaster Safety Board, an independent executive branch agency, to investigate natural hazard incidents and issue recommendations to prevent future loss of life, human injury, and economic injury. The Board will review incidents that cause 10 or more fatalities or meet other specified criteria, and can also review incidents at the request of affected state, tribal, or local governments, or based on the potential impact on vulnerable populations. The Board will issue reports and make recommendations to federal, state, tribal, and local entities to address systemic causes and vulnerabilities. The bill provides funding, staffing, and administrative authorities for the Board to carry out its duties.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. (on 10/12/2021)

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