Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act
What this could mean for your district
The Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act authorizes the President to declare a major disaster when algal blooms cause significant damage, allowing for federal assistance. • Local water bodies may receive federal support for cleanup and recovery efforts following harmful algal blooms. • Communities dependent on fishing or tourism could benefit from assistance aimed at mitigating economic losses. • Public health initiatives may be bolstered to address potential health risks associated with algal blooms. • Local governments might gain resources to enhance monitoring and prevention strategies for future algal blooms. AI-generated from official bill summary; verify with bill text.
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Introduced in House
Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act This bill explicitly authorizes the President to declare that a major disaster exists when algal blooms cause damage sufficient to warrant federal major disaster assistance.
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