Senate committee approves bill regarding disaster relief building codes
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The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs has approved a version of a bill that would change how the federal government handles building codes during disaster recovery.
Why it matters: This matters because it changes the rules for how local building codes interact with federal disaster assistance. Whether this becomes law depends on whether the Senate and House pass this specific version.
Who it affects
- Local and state governments managing disaster recovery
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding a Senate committee action; please consult the official text for specific details before relying on it.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document