DEBRIS Act of 2023
1/2/2025, 8:55 PMSummary of Bill S 587
Bill 118 s 587, also known as the DEBRIS Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of debris removal and cleanup following natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.The DEBRIS Act of 2023 aims to streamline the process of debris removal by establishing a clear framework for coordination between federal, state, and local agencies. It also seeks to provide funding and resources to assist communities in the cleanup efforts, ensuring that debris is removed in a timely and efficient manner.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the disposal of hazardous materials and the recycling of debris, in order to minimize the environmental impact of cleanup efforts. It also addresses the issue of debris management planning, requiring communities to develop and implement strategies for handling debris in the event of a disaster. Overall, the DEBRIS Act of 2023 is designed to improve the response and recovery efforts following natural disasters, by ensuring that debris removal is conducted in a coordinated and effective manner. It aims to provide support to communities in need, while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility in the cleanup process.
Congressional Summary of S 587
Deterring Errant Behavior Risking International Space Act of 2023 or the DEBRIS Act of 2023
This bill requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on foreign persons (entities or individuals) that deliberately or negligently create space debris without providing prior notification to the U.S. government. The President must also impose such sanctions on foreign persons that provide certain assistance or support to the activity that resulted in the creation of the space debris.
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Current Status of Bill S 587
Bill S 587 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2023. Bill S 587 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 1, 2023. Bill S 587's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of March 1, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 587
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 587
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 587
DEBRIS Act of 2023DEBRIS Act of 2023Deterring Errant Behavior Risking International Space Act of 2023A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons responsible for the negligent creation of space debris, and for other purposes.Comments
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