Protecting Local Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act
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What This Bill Does
This bill changes federal disaster law to recognize harmful algal blooms as major disasters. A major disaster is an event that qualifies communities to receive federal emergency assistance and relief funding.
Who It Affects
Local communities and residents affected by algal blooms. Federal agencies that administer disaster relief programs.
Key Provisions
• The bill adds "algal blooms" to the list of events that count as major disasters under federal law (Sec. 2)
What Changes
The law will now include "algal blooms" alongside other natural disasters like drought when deciding whether to declare a major disaster. Communities experiencing algal blooms could potentially qualify for federal disaster relief assistance.
Important Definitions
Algal blooms: Not defined in bill text
Major disaster: Not defined in bill text
Effective Date
Not specified in bill text
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