S 4166 Passed in Senate – Technological Hazards

On Wednesday (late reporting due to Congressional Record delay at Congress.gov) the Senate passed S 4166, the Technological Hazards Preparedness and Training Act by unanimous consent. There was no debate and no vote.

The bill would expand the operations of the FEMA Technological Hazards Division, allowing FEMA to provide support communities that surround CBRN research facilities, nuclear enrichment facilities, or chemical manufacturing facilities.

I expect that we may see action in the House under the suspension of the rules process, but not until after the election as the House will not return to Washington until November 14^th.