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National Disaster Safety Board Act: Enhancing Protection Against Natural Disasters

This Act establishes an independent National Disaster Safety Board to investigate the causes and circumstances of natural disasters, aiming to prevent future tragedies. The Board will analyze how and why people die or are injured, and how disasters impact the economy, especially in disproportionately impacted communities. This initiative is expected to lead to more effective preventive measures and better preparedness for citizens in the face of disasters.
Key points
An independent National Disaster Safety Board is established to investigate natural disasters, aiming to reduce fatalities and economic damage.
The Board will focus on systemic causes of losses, not on assigning blame, and will issue recommendations to prevent similar future incidents.
Reviews will consider the impact of disasters on disproportionately impacted communities, including populations that are socially, medically, or economically vulnerable.
The Board will coordinate with federal, state, and local authorities to standardize disaster impact measurement methods and improve response coordination.
All findings and recommendations of the Board will generally be publicly available, increasing transparency and providing citizens with crucial safety information.
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Print number: 117_HR_5532
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45]
Process start date: 2021-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5532.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An independent National Disaster Safety Board is established to investigate natural disasters, aiming to reduce fatalities and economic damage.
  • The Board will focus on systemic causes of losses, not on assigning blame, and will issue recommendations to prevent similar future incidents.
  • Reviews will consider the impact of disasters on disproportionately impacted communities, including populations that are socially, medically, or economically vulnerable.
  • The Board will coordinate with federal, state, and local authorities to standardize disaster impact measurement methods and improve response coordination.
  • All findings and recommendations of the Board will generally be publicly available, increasing transparency and providing citizens with crucial safety information.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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