Summary of Bill S 3648
Bill 118 s 3648, also known as the HELP Response and Recovery Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing assistance and support to communities in times of crisis and disaster. The bill focuses on improving the country's response and recovery efforts in the face of natural disasters, public health emergencies, and other emergencies.
The HELP Response and Recovery Act includes provisions for increasing funding for emergency response agencies, such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to ensure they have the resources needed to effectively respond to disasters. The bill also calls for the establishment of a national database to track disaster response and recovery efforts, as well as the creation of a task force to coordinate federal, state, and local response efforts.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve communication and coordination between different levels of government during emergencies, as well as provisions for increasing access to mental health services for individuals affected by disasters. The HELP Response and Recovery Act also aims to strengthen infrastructure resilience and improve disaster preparedness and response training for first responders.
Overall, the HELP Response and Recovery Act seeks to enhance the country's ability to respond to and recover from emergencies, ensuring that communities are better equipped to handle disasters and protect the well-being of their residents.