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, enabling federal assistance. • Local ecosystems may benefit from federal resources aimed at mitigating the effects of harmful algal blooms. • Communities reliant on tourism and fishing could see economic support during algal bloom events. • Public health initiatives may receive funding to address potential health risks associated with algal blooms. • Local governments might gain access to assistance for recovery efforts and infrastructure improvements related to water quality. 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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