Ounce of Prevention Act
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Overview
The Ounce of Prevention Act amends the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 to allow Community Development Block Grant recipients to use funds for natural disaster mitigation activities. Specifically, it expands the definition of ‘mitigation activities’ to include measures that reduce the risk of damage and loss from weather-related disasters. It also requires grantees in high-risk areas to incorporate disaster mitigation plans into their consolidated plans and provides technical assistance to grantees undertaking these activities.
Key provisions
- Allows Community Development Block Grant funds to be used for natural disaster mitigation.
- Defines ‘mitigation activities’ to include reducing disaster risk.
- Requires grantees in high-risk areas to include disaster mitigation plans in their consolidated plans.
- Provides technical assistance to grantees using these funds.
- Modifies aggregation standards for housing units assisted with disaster mitigation funds.
- Directs HUD to issue rules prioritizing mitigation efforts in disaster-prone areas.
Who is affected
- Local governments receiving Community Development Block Grants
- Housing developers and community organizations
- Residents in communities at risk from natural disasters
- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
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