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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS

House BillHR 3168Geography and mappingDisaster relief and insurance

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

INTRO MAY 1· LAST ACTION JUL 21

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because earthquakes can cause immense damage, loss of life, and disrupt communities for years. By reauthorizing and improving the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program, the bill aims to make communities safer and more resilient.

If this bill becomes law, it means more resources will be dedicated to understanding earthquake risks, improving building codes, and enhancing early warning systems. This could lead to fewer casualties, less property damage, and quicker recovery times after an earthquake. If it doesn't pass, the existing program could lose its funding and direction, potentially slowing down advancements in earthquake preparedness, leaving communities more vulnerable to future seismic events, and delaying the expansion of critical early warning technologies.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

The bill reauthorizes the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) and provides $83.403 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2030, with at least $30 million each year for the Advanced National Seismic System.

This ensures continued federal funding and support for critical earthquake research, preparedness, and mitigation efforts for the next five years.

PROVISION 02

It expands the scope of program activities to include Tribal governments and emphasizes designing, evaluating, and retrofitting buildings for earthquake safety, not just new construction.

This broadens the reach of earthquake safety initiatives to a wider range of communities and addresses the vulnerability of existing infrastructure.

PROVISION 03

The bill requires improvements to the earthquake early warning system, including rapid broadcasting of alerts in predominant local languages and expansion to additional high-risk areas.

Faster and more accessible early warnings can provide crucial seconds for people to take protective actions, saving lives and reducing injuries.

PROVISION 04

It introduces a focus on "post-earthquake recovery-based performance objectives" that address how quickly buildings can be reoccupied and the downtime of essential community structures and services.

This shifts the focus from just surviving an earthquake to ensuring communities can quickly rebound and function afterwards, reducing long-term disruption.

PROVISION 05

The bill mandates enhanced coordination among federal agencies, including the FCC, NOAA, and FEMA, for emergency alert broadcasting, data sharing, and tsunami preparedness.

Better inter-agency coordination leads to more unified, effective, and timely responses to both earthquakes and tsunamis.

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18 EVENTS

JUL 21

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

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JUL 21

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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JAN 12

Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-438, Part I.

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JAN 12

Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-438, Part I.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 3168

Congress119th

StatusReported

IntroducedMay 1, 2025

Last actionJul 21, 2026

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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025

House BillHR 3168Geography and mappingDisaster relief and insurance

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

INTRODUCED MAY 1, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 21, 2026

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Became Law

Introduced
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Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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This ensures continued federal funding and support for critical earthquake research, preparedness, and mitigation efforts for the next five years.

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It expands the scope of program activities to include Tribal governments and emphasizes designing, evaluating, and retrofitting buildings for earthquake safety, not just new construction.

This broadens the reach of earthquake safety initiatives to a wider range of communities and addresses the vulnerability of existing infrastructure.

high

The bill requires improvements to the earthquake early warning system, including rapid broadcasting of alerts in predominant local languages and expansion to additional high-risk areas.

Faster and more accessible early warnings can provide crucial seconds for people to take protective actions, saving lives and reducing injuries.

med

It introduces a focus on "post-earthquake recovery-based performance objectives" that address how quickly buildings can be reoccupied and the downtime of essential community structures and services.

This shifts the focus from just surviving an earthquake to ensuring communities can quickly rebound and function afterwards, reducing long-term disruption.

med

The bill mandates enhanced coordination among federal agencies, including the FCC, NOAA, and FEMA, for emergency alert broadcasting, data sharing, and tsunami preparedness.

Better inter-agency coordination leads to more unified, effective, and timely responses to both earthquakes and tsunamis.

FUNDING & AUTHORIZATIONS

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AMOUNT	PROGRAM	TYPE	YEARS
$83,403,000	National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)	discretionary	2026
$83,403,000	National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)	discretionary	2027
$83,403,000	National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)	discretionary	2028
$83,403,000	National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)	discretionary	2029
$83,403,000	National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP)	discretionary	2030

GLOSSARY

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Reauthorize: To approve a program or agency for new funding and continue its legal authority to operate for a set period, often with updated instructions or goals.
National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP): A federal program established in 1977 to reduce the risks to life and property from earthquakes through research, planning, and public education.
Lifeline Infrastructure: Essential systems and services that are vital for a community's functioning, such as utilities (water, electricity, gas), transportation networks (roads, bridges), and communication systems.
Retrofitting: The process of adding new features or technology to older buildings or structures to improve their resistance to hazards, such as earthquakes.
Earthquake Early Warning System: A system that detects an earthquake shortly after it begins and sends an alert to people in potentially affected areas before the shaking reaches them, providing a few seconds of warning.
Functional Recovery: The ability of a building, structure, or system to return to its pre-earthquake function quickly and with minimal disruption after an event.
Tsunami Susceptibility

ACTION TIMELINE

18 EVENTS

JUL 21

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

COMMITTEE

JUL 21

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

COMMITTEE

JAN 12

Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-438, Part I.

COMMITTEE

JAN 12

Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 119-438, Part I.

COMMITTEE

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