HR 3310
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct a study on how to improve training and support for local emergency response providers in areas with high concentrations of covered chemical facilities in how to respond to a terrorist attack on a chemical facility.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to conduct a study on how to better prepare local emergency responders, like fire departments and hospitals, in areas with many chemical facilities to handle a terrorist attack. The study will examine training, equipment, and protocols, specifically considering evacuation plans, community alerts, and surge capacity. The goal is to improve coordination between federal and local agencies to enhance overall chemical security preparedness.
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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