U.S Code last checked for updates: May 17, 2024
§ 771.
National Disaster Recovery Strategy
(a)
In general
(b)
Contents
The National Disaster Recovery Strategy shall—
(1)
outline the most efficient and cost-effective Federal programs that will meet the recovery needs of States, local and tribal governments, and individuals and households affected by a major disaster;
(2)
clearly define the role, programs, authorities, and responsibilities of each Federal agency that may be of assistance in providing assistance in the recovery from a major disaster;
(3)
promote the use of the most appropriate and cost-effective building materials (based on the hazards present in an area) in any area affected by a major disaster, with the goal of encouraging the construction of disaster-resistant buildings; and
(4)
describe in detail the programs that may be offered by the agencies described in paragraph (2), including—
(A)
discussing funding issues;
(B)
detailing how responsibilities under the National Disaster Recovery Strategy will be shared; and
(C)
addressing other matters concerning the cooperative effort to provide recovery assistance.
(c)
Report
(1)
In general
(2)
Update
The Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report updating the report submitted under paragraph (1)—
(A)
on the same date that any change is made to the National Disaster Recovery Strategy; and
(B)
on a periodic basis after the submission of the report under paragraph (1), but not less than once every 5 years after the date of the submission of the report under paragraph (1).
(Pub. L. 109–295, title VI, § 682, Oct. 4, 2006, 120 Stat. 1445.)
cite as: 6 USC 771