Search Results: keywords:"disaster management"

  • H. R. 9024 — To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to take certain actions relating to incident periods and extreme weather, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,419

    H.R. 9024, titled the "Extreme Weather and Heat Response Modernization Act," instructs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to take specific actions regarding extreme weather events and incident periods. The bill mandates the creation of an advisory panel to help...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 9024 is a bill that wants the people who help during big storms and hot weather to be better at their jobs. It tells them to listen to smart people, create new ideas for staying safe, and learn how heat can affect people, especially those who might get hurt more easily.

  • H. R. 8582 — To improve Federal disaster management and response for disadvantaged communities, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:2,935

    H.R. 8582, titled the “Federal Disaster Assistance Improvement Act,” aims to improve federal disaster management and response, particularly for disadvantaged communities. The bill allows the chief executive officer of a county to request a disaster or emergency declaration from the President...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8582 is a plan to help communities that have a tough time during big emergencies, like storms or floods, get help faster and easier, especially when the usual helpers like the governor don't ask for it. It makes sure everyone, especially those who don't usually get much help, gets a fair chance to ask for what they need.