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To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the effectiveness of emergency alerting systems, and for other purposes.

2/27/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1076

Bill 119 HR 1076, also known as the "Emergency Alerting Systems Study Act," aims to direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the effectiveness of emergency alerting systems. The bill seeks to evaluate the current emergency alerting systems in place and determine their efficiency in reaching and informing the public during emergencies.

The study will assess the effectiveness of various types of emergency alerting systems, including but not limited to the Emergency Alert System (EAS), Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), and other state and local alerting systems. The Comptroller General will analyze the timeliness, reach, and accuracy of these systems in delivering emergency notifications to the public.

Additionally, the study will examine the coordination and communication between federal, state, and local agencies in utilizing these alerting systems during emergencies. The goal is to identify any gaps or weaknesses in the current system and make recommendations for improvements to enhance the overall effectiveness of emergency alerting systems. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1076 aims to ensure that emergency alerting systems are efficient, reliable, and accessible to all individuals in the United States during times of crisis. The study conducted by the Comptroller General will provide valuable insights and recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness of these critical communication tools.

Current Status of Bill HR 1076

Bill HR 1076 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill HR 1076 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 6, 2025.  Bill HR 1076's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of February 6, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1076

Total Number of Sponsors
6
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
6
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
115
Democrat Cosponsors
70
Republican Cosponsors
45
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1076

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1076

To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the effectiveness of emergency alerting systems, and for other purposes.
To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the effectiveness of emergency alerting systems, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1076

Nicholas A. Langworthy
Nicholas A. Langworthy
New YorkRepublican
Randy K. Weber, Sr.
Randy K. Weber, Sr.
TexasRepublican
Rashida Tlaib
Rashida Tlaib
MichiganDemocrat
Bennie G. Thompson
Bennie G. Thompson
MississippiDemocrat
Mike Rogers
Mike Rogers
AlabamaRepublican
Chris Pappas
Chris Pappas
New HampshireDemocrat

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