Reauthorizes the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Act of 1977 and expands its work to include Tribal governments, earthquake early warnings, and retrofitting of existing buildings.

• Adds Tribal governments as partners in earthquake planning, and requires technical assistance for building inventories, seismic evaluations, and retrofits on request.
• Directs the U.S. Geological Survey to expand the earthquake early warning system and to coordinate with the Federal Communications Commission on broadcasting alerts.
• Requires each participating agency to report by September 30, 2025, and every two years after, on steps taken to implement federal recommendations for faster post-earthquake recovery of buildings and infrastructure.
• Authorizes appropriations for fiscal years 2024 through 2028, including $92,427,000 per year for the U.S. Geological Survey, of which at least $36,000,000 goes to the Advanced National Seismic System.

• Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee (Senate)

Emergency Management