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Strengthening Military Infrastructure for Disaster Protection

This proposed law aims to broaden the definition of humanitarian and civic assistance provided by the military. This means that armed forces will be officially allowed to engage in strengthening existing infrastructure to better protect citizens and their property from the effects of natural disasters. As a result, in the event of disasters, facilities like hospitals or command centers will be more resilient, leading to faster and more effective aid for those affected.
Key points
The military will be officially allowed to help secure buildings and infrastructure against disasters.
Strengthening infrastructure aims to better protect citizens and enable faster response in crisis situations.
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Print number: 118_HR_5122
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2023-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disaster Mitigation through Military Service Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5122.

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 2023-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The military will be officially allowed to help secure buildings and infrastructure against disasters.
  • Strengthening infrastructure aims to better protect citizens and enable faster response in crisis situations.
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-47].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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