Summary of Bill HR 5532
Bill 117 hr 5532, also known as the National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2021, aims to establish a National Disaster Safety Board within the Department of Homeland Security. The purpose of this board is to investigate and analyze the causes of natural disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, and earthquakes, in order to improve disaster preparedness and response efforts.
The bill outlines the composition of the board, which will consist of experts in various fields related to disaster management, including meteorology, engineering, and emergency response. The board will be responsible for conducting thorough investigations into the factors that contribute to the severity and impact of natural disasters, and will make recommendations for policy changes and improvements to infrastructure and emergency response systems.
Additionally, the National Disaster Safety Board will be required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing their findings and recommendations. These reports will be made available to the public in order to increase transparency and accountability in disaster management efforts.
Overall, the National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2021 seeks to enhance the nation's ability to mitigate the effects of natural disasters and protect the lives and property of American citizens.