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H.R. 3495

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Kids in Disasters Well-being, Safety, and Health Act of 2007
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Passed
Latest Action · December 26, 2007
For Further Action See P.L. 110-161, Division G, Title VI, Sections 601 through 603 (H.R. 2764).
Congress
110th (2007–2009)
Introduced
September 7, 2007
Cosponsors (29)
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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 law 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, financing, 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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