A Call for Unified Reform in U.S. Disaster Management Legislation:

Answering Brock Long’s Vision

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Summary

Emergency management in the U.S. is at a turning point. Brock Long’s call for a unified, comprehensive disaster management bill highlights the urgent need to replace our fragmented, bureaucratic system with a streamlined approach that prioritizes preparedness, resilience, and rapid response. Disaster management legislation is currently spread across multiple bills, each targeting critical areas like survivor assistance, climate adaptation, and funding. However, these isolated efforts create complexity, duplication, and delays, leaving professionals and survivors navigating a maze of red tape.

A single, cohesive bill could transform this landscape, fostering collaboration across agencies, providing quick and compassionate support for survivors, embedding resilience into community planning, and establishing stable funding for ongoing preparedness. To make this vision a reality, emergency managers and advocates must raise awareness, engage lawmakers, and unify behind a comprehensive legislative approach. Now is the time to rally together, championing a future where emergency management is not only streamlined and efficient but also adaptable, proactive, and dedicated to protecting communities for generations to come.

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