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Kids in Disasters Well-being, Safety, and Health Act of 2007
About This Bill
Introduced
Latest Action · November 15, 2007
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 508.
Congress
110th (2007–2009)
Introduced
August 2, 2007
Cosponsors (6)
4D 2R
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Kids in Disasters Well-being, Safety, and Health Act of 2007 - Establishes the National Commission on Children and Disasters, which shall: (1) conduct a comprehensive study that assesses childrens' needs as they relate to preparation for, response to, and recovery from all hazards, including major disasters and emergencies; (2) identify, review, and evaluate existing laws, regulations, policies, and programs relevant to such needs; (3) identify, review, and evaluate the lessons learned from past disasters relative to addressing such needs; and (4) report to the President and Congress on its findings and recommendations to address such needs, including regarding the need for a national resource center on children and disasters, coordination of resources and services, administrative actions, policies, regulations, and legislative changes. Sets forth provisions regarding the Commission's powers, staffing, reporting, and record-keeping requirements, and termination. Authorizes appropriations.

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