Trump signs law improving disaster planning for those with disabilities
Originally published June 26, 2019 by Disability Scoop
A FEMA task force goes house-to-house looking for residents after a hurricane. Advocates are questioning the agency's preparedness for assisting people with disabilities in disasters. (Taimy Alvarez/Sun-Sentinel/TNS)
President Trump signed into law a bill creating a national advisory committee focused on disaster planning for those with disabilities. Comprised of government officials, health care professionals and people with disabilities, the committee will review federal policies and make recommendations to ensure people with disabilities are properly factored in disaster planning.
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