Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Modernization Act of 2015

Bill 114 s 1180, also known as the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Modernization Act of 2015, aims to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). This system is responsible for alerting the public in the event of emergencies, such as natural disasters or terrorist attacks.

The bill requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to modernize and integrate the various alert and warning systems currently in place, including the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system. This integration will ensure that alerts are delivered quickly and effectively to the public through multiple communication channels, such as radio, television, cell phones, and the internet.

Additionally, the bill requires FEMA to establish standards and protocols for the delivery of alerts, as well as guidelines for testing and training emergency personnel on the use of the system. It also requires FEMA to consult with state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as private sector stakeholders, in the development and implementation of the system. Overall, the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Modernization Act of 2015 seeks to enhance the nation's ability to alert and warn the public in times of emergency, ultimately saving lives and protecting communities.