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Combating Harmful Algal Blooms: Disaster Aid and Health Research

This act aims to classify harmful algal blooms as major disasters, enabling federal assistance for affected areas. It also mandates a study on the health effects of airborne toxins from these blooms. This means communities facing these issues can receive financial support and better understand health risks.
Key points
Harmful algal blooms will be treated as major disasters, allowing access to federal aid.
The government will study how airborne algal toxins affect human health.
These changes can help protect public health, the economy, and the environment in affected areas.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1008
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2023-02-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combat Harmful Algal Blooms Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1008.

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 2023-02-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Harmful algal blooms will be treated as major disasters, allowing access to federal aid.
  • The government will study how airborne algal toxins affect human health.
  • These changes can help protect public health, the economy, and the environment in affected areas.
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. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Environment Health Public Investments