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Improving Emergency Alerts: Funding for Testing and Training Local Warning Systems.

This law aims to enhance public safety by strengthening emergency alert systems, such as those for natural disasters. FEMA will provide financial and technical aid to state, local, and Tribal governments for regular testing, training, and public education. This means alerts received via phone, radio, or TV should become more reliable, clearer, and better prepared for real emergencies.
Key points
Local authorities will receive funding to conduct field training and end-to-end testing of alert systems, increasing their reliability during crises.
FEMA will assist in creating clear, evidence-based alert message templates and running public campaigns explaining how citizens should respond to warnings.
The program is authorized for 10 years with $30 million annually to improve coordination and technology across various warning platforms.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5154
Sponsor: Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]
Process start date: 2025-09-04