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PREPARE Act of 2023
12/21/2024, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2598
The PREPARE Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 2598, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at enhancing the country's preparedness for natural disasters and other emergencies. The bill focuses on improving coordination and communication between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as increasing funding for disaster response and recovery efforts.
One key aspect of the PREPARE Act is the establishment of a National Disaster Response and Recovery Fund, which would provide additional resources to communities affected by disasters. The bill also calls for the development of a National Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan, which would outline the roles and responsibilities of various agencies in responding to emergencies.
Additionally, the PREPARE Act includes provisions for improving the resilience of critical infrastructure, such as power grids and transportation systems, to better withstand disasters. The bill also emphasizes the importance of incorporating climate change considerations into disaster planning and response efforts. Overall, the PREPARE Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the country's ability to respond to and recover from disasters, with a focus on collaboration, funding, and resilience.
One key aspect of the PREPARE Act is the establishment of a National Disaster Response and Recovery Fund, which would provide additional resources to communities affected by disasters. The bill also calls for the development of a National Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan, which would outline the roles and responsibilities of various agencies in responding to emergencies.
Additionally, the PREPARE Act includes provisions for improving the resilience of critical infrastructure, such as power grids and transportation systems, to better withstand disasters. The bill also emphasizes the importance of incorporating climate change considerations into disaster planning and response efforts. Overall, the PREPARE Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the country's ability to respond to and recover from disasters, with a focus on collaboration, funding, and resilience.
Congressional Summary of HR 2598
Preparing Regulators Effectively for a Post-prohibition Adult-use Regulated Environment Act of 2023 or the PREPARE Act of 2023
This bill directs the Department of Justice to establish the Commission on the Federal Regulation of Cannabis to study a plausible and prompt pathway to cannabis regulation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2598
Bill HR 2598 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2598 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2598's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2598
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2598
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Aging
- Banking and financial institutions regulation
- Congressional oversight
- Financial literacy
- Financial services and investments
- Fraud offenses and financial crimes
- Government studies and investigations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2598
PREPARE Act of 2023
PREPARE Act of 2023
Preparing Regulators Effectively for a Post-prohibition Adult-use Regulated Environment Act of 2023
To establish a Commission on the Federal Regulation of Cannabis to study a prompt and plausible pathway to the Federal regulation of cannabis, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2598
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