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Emergency Alert System Improvement: Fair Access to FEMA Warning Grants

This Act aims to enhance public safety by ensuring that grants for Next Generation Warning Systems are accessible to a broader range of entities. It mandates that FEMA must open applications for these grants for at least 30 days annually, giving local public broadcasters and other entities more time to apply for funding. This change is intended to modernize threat warning systems (such as for natural disasters) and ensure they reach citizens more effectively.
Key points
Increased Funding Access: FEMA must open applications for Next Generation Warning System grants for a minimum of 30 days each year.
Expanded Eligibility: Public broadcasting entities are officially made eligible to apply for these critical warning system grants.
Improved Safety: The changes aim to modernize and increase the efficiency of national threat warning systems for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6463
Sponsor: Rep. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency Alert Grant Fairness Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6463.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Funding Access: FEMA must open applications for Next Generation Warning System grants for a minimum of 30 days each year.
  • Expanded Eligibility: Public broadcasting entities are officially made eligible to apply for these critical warning system grants.
  • Improved Safety: The changes aim to modernize and increase the efficiency of national threat warning systems for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. McClain Delaney, April [D-MD-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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