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- H.R.1659
H.R.1659: Disaster Preparedness for Power Outages Act of 2019
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 8, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 9, 2019
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 8, 2019
Bill Summary
Disaster Preparedness for Power Outages Act of 2019 This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to long-term care facilities to help such facilities prepare for power outages during and after natural disasters. Eligible grant activities include the purchase of backup power sources (e.g., generators) and the creation of regional resource directories.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 9, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| March 8, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| March 8, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) |