H.R. 6109, The Pre-Disaster Mitigation Act of 2008

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H.R. 6109 would amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to reauthorize the pre-disaster hazard mitigation program.

Detailed Summary

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Pre-Disaster Mitigation Act of 2008 - Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to: (1) increase the amount guaranteed to each state under the pre-disaster mitigation program; (2) require other financial assistance under the program to be awarded on a competitive basis; and (3) authorize appropriations for the program through FY2011.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 6/19/2008: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 460.

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