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H.R. 5489 (109th)

Preparedness Information Publication Incentive Act of 2006

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Introduced

25 May 2006

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.

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15 August 2025

Summary

Preparedness Information Publication Incentive Act of 2006 - Directs the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make grants to states to provide for the publication of security and emergency information in telephone directories. Authorizes a state to use a grant award to develop such information and provide financial assistance to publishers that agree to publish the information in designated directory sections. Requires such information to include: (1) a guide for family emergency preparedness; (2) lists of supplies for family emergency preparedness and accessible local radio and television stations; (3) weather-related preparedness information; (4) information concerning emergency evacuation routes and the threat of hazardous material accidents; (5) descriptions of the Amber Alert program and the Homeland Security Advisory System; (6) an explanation of nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, including exposure guidance; and (7) first aid instructions. Sets forth application requirements. Limits the maximum grant award for a state in a fiscal year to $200,000.

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