S. 2302 · 109th Congress
FEMA Reorganization bill
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Trent Lott
- Introduced
- 2006-02-16
- Latest action
- 2006-02-16 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Federal Emergency Management Improvement Act of 2006 - Reestablishes the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as an independent establishment in the executive branch. Requires FEMA to be headed by a Director appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.
Requires FEMA to: (1) include all functions and authorities prescribed by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; and (2) carry out its mission to reduce the loss of life and property and protect the nation from all hazards with a comprehensive, risk-based emergency management program.
Requires FEMA to remain the lead agency for the Federal Response Plan.