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Utility Line Technicians Recognized as Emergency Responders in Disasters.

This act expands the definition of emergency response providers to include utility line technicians. This means individuals repairing power infrastructure during major disasters will have the same status as other emergency services, potentially streamlining coordination and support in crises. For citizens, this could lead to faster restoration of power after natural disasters.
Key points
Utility line technicians will be officially recognized as emergency response providers during Presidentially declared major disasters or emergencies.
This change aims to improve the response to power infrastructure failures after natural disasters, potentially speeding up the return to normalcy for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7610
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2024-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Linemen Legacy Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7610.

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 2024-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Utility line technicians will be officially recognized as emergency response providers during Presidentially declared major disasters or emergencies.
  • This change aims to improve the response to power infrastructure failures after natural disasters, potentially speeding up the return to normalcy for citizens.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

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 2025-12-25.

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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