Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act
What this could mean for your district
The Harmful Algal Bloom Disaster Relief Act allows the President to declare a major disaster when algal blooms cause significant damage, enabling federal assistance. • Local ecosystems may benefit from federal support aimed at mitigating the effects of harmful algal blooms. • Communities could receive financial aid for recovery efforts related to water quality and public health. • Local economies, particularly those reliant on tourism and fishing, may see stabilization through disaster relief funding. • Increased federal attention could lead to more resources for research and prevention of algal blooms in the area. 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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