OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Natural Disaster Education and Outreach Act of 2024
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5490.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2024-12-11.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Establishment of a permanent communication program to provide the public and local governments with data on weather and climate trends.
- Enhanced preparedness for natural disasters in local communities through operational climate products and decision support services.
- Creation of a working group to identify the most effective ways to disseminate information about climate risks, including public campaigns and educational resources.
- Authorization of $3 million annually (for fiscal years 2025 through 2028) to fund this educational and communication program.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.
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.