Bill 118 hr 9037, also known as the Federal Emergency Mobilization Accountability (FEMA) Workforce Planning Act, aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in responding to emergencies and disasters. The bill focuses on workforce planning within FEMA, with the goal of ensuring that the agency has the necessary personnel and resources to effectively respond to emergencies.
The key provisions of the bill include:
1. Establishing a workforce planning process within FEMA to assess the agency's current workforce needs and develop a plan to address any gaps or deficiencies.
2. Requiring FEMA to conduct a comprehensive review of its workforce every five years to ensure that it is adequately prepared to respond to emergencies and disasters.
3. Directing FEMA to develop a recruitment and retention strategy to attract and retain qualified personnel, including emergency management specialists, first responders, and other critical positions.
4. Requiring FEMA to report to Congress on its workforce planning efforts and provide updates on its progress in implementing the provisions of the bill.
Overall, the Federal Emergency Mobilization Accountability (FEMA) Workforce Planning Act aims to strengthen FEMA's ability to respond to emergencies and disasters by ensuring that the agency has a well-trained and prepared workforce. By establishing a formal workforce planning process and requiring regular reviews and updates, the bill seeks to improve the overall effectiveness of FEMA in protecting the American people during times of crisis.