S 4821
A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to clarify that utility line technicians qualify as emergency response providers.
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Bill overview
This bill clarifies that utility line technicians are considered emergency response providers under the Homeland Security Act of 2002. Currently, the law doesn't explicitly list utility line technicians as such. The bill amends the act to specifically include these technicians when responding to major disasters or emergencies declared by the President. This change aims to ensure these workers receive appropriate recognition and support during critical events.
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