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Improved Hurricane Warnings: Understanding Public Response and Preparedness

This act aims to enhance how citizens receive, understand, and respond to hurricane warnings. Through social and economic behavioral research, authorities can tailor communications to ensure everyone, including the elderly and disabled, is better prepared for weather threats. This will increase safety and aid in making informed decisions before a storm hits.
Key points
Research into how people understand and react to hurricane warnings, including differences across demographic groups and areas.
Assessment of how past hurricane experiences influence citizens' decisions.
Analysis of language barriers and access to information for various social groups.
Evaluation of the economic value of earlier tropical storm warnings.
Pilot study on the preparedness levels of residents in hurricane-prone areas, including disaster supplies and evacuation decisions.
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Print number: 118_HR_6080
Sponsor: Rep. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10]
Process start date: 2023-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fixing Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6080.

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 2023-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Research into how people understand and react to hurricane warnings, including differences across demographic groups and areas.
  • Assessment of how past hurricane experiences influence citizens' decisions.
  • Analysis of language barriers and access to information for various social groups.
  • Evaluation of the economic value of earlier tropical storm warnings.
  • Pilot study on the preparedness levels of residents in hurricane-prone areas, including disaster supplies and evacuation decisions.
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. Frost, Maxwell [D-FL-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

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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