S.1970 - Federal Government - A bill to establish a National Commission on Children and Disasters, a National Resource Center on Children and Disasters, and for other purposes.
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Latest Update: Sunday, May, 11th 2008 A bill to establish a National Commission on Children and Disasters, a National Resource Center on Children and Disasters, and for other purposes. 11/15/2007--Reported to Senate amended. (There is 1 other 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. Latest Actions
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