H.R. 3563, Integrated Public Alert Warning System Modernization Act of 2011
Issues: First Responder Communications, Preparedness for and Response to Terrorist Attacks and Natural Disasters
To authorize the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) to ensure the timely and effective distribution of alerts and warnings.
Committee Action:
Subcommittee Markup
Dec 8, 2011 | Subcommittee on Emergency Preparedness, Reponse, and Communications
Full Committee Markup
Mar 28, 2012 |
[full text of H.R. 3563 as introduced]
Press Releases
Homeland Security Committee Passes Legislation on Public Alerts and Warnings, Intelligence Sharing, TSA
Mar 29, 2012
Homeland Security Subcommittee Passes Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Communications Legislation
Dec 9, 2011