SS/SCS/SB 586 - This act creates a Joint Committee on Disaster Preparedness and Awareness, consisting 13 members specified in the act. The purpose of the Committee shall be to make a continuous study and investigation into disaster preparedness and awareness including but not limited to the following areas: (1) Natural and man-made disasters; (2) State and local preparedness for floods; (3) State and local preparedness for tornados, blizzards, and other severe storms; (4) Food and energy resiliency; (5) Cyber-security; (6) The Budget Reserve Fund. The Committee shall compile a full report of its activities for submission to the General Assembly. The report shall be submitted not later than January first of even-numbered years and may include any recommendations which the Committee may have for legislative action. SCOTT SVAGERA
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