Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-06T08:15:22Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1008 Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Emergency Management. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/6/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1008

The Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1008, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing the issue of harmful algal blooms (HABs) in bodies of water across the country.

HABs are a natural phenomenon that occur when algae grow out of control and produce toxins that can harm aquatic life and pose risks to human health. These blooms can be caused by a variety of factors, including nutrient pollution, warm temperatures, and low water flow.

The Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act seeks to improve monitoring and research efforts related to HABs, as well as enhance coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in responding to these events. The bill also includes provisions to support the development of new technologies and strategies for preventing and mitigating HABs. Overall, the goal of the Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act is to protect water quality, safeguard public health, and preserve the health of aquatic ecosystems by addressing the growing threat of harmful algal blooms in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 1008

Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act

This bill includes algal blooms within the definition of major disaster under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and directs the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to submit to specified congressional committees a detailed study relating to the health effects of exposure to cyanotoxins in the air that result from algal blooms.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1008

Bill HR 1008 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2023. Bill HR 1008 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2023. Bill HR 1008's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. as of February 24, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1008

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Emergency Management

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1008

Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act

To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include algal blooms in the definition of a major disaster, and for other purposes.