S. 1970 · 110th Congress
Addressing the Disaster Needs of Children Act of 2007
- Stage
- Reported from committee
- Sponsor
- Christopher Dodd
- Introduced
- 2007-08-02
- Latest action
- 2007-11-15 · Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Dodd with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. Without written report.
Summary
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.