Emergency Preparedness and Response for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 2006

February 7, 2006 Emergency Preparedness and Response for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 2006 Representatives Langevin (RI) and Weldon (PA) introduced H.R. 4704 to address the needs of individuals with disabilities in emergency planning requirements and relief efforts in the event of a major disaster, to increase the accessibility of replacement housing built with Federal funds following Hurricane Katrina and other major disasters, and for other purposes. The bill was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Small Business for further review. Key points in the proposed legislation are:Establishment of . . .