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A bill to amend and consolidate laws related to disaster risk reduction

Summary

It is a bill related to disaster risk reduction prepared to amend and consolidate laws related to DRR aims to streamline and strengthen the legal framework for managing disasters. The bill seeks to amend and unify existing laws concerning DRR and management to safeguard the welfare of the general public and protect public, private, and personal assets, as well as natural and cultural heritage, and physical structures from both natural and unnatural disasters. It seeks to achieve this by enhancing coordination and effectiveness in disaster management activities, ensuring that resources are used efficiently, response efforts are timely, and recovery processes are swift. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of preventive measures and preparedness to minimize the impact of disasters, promoting a proactive rather than reactive approach to disaster management. 

Categories:

Legal Document


Sub-Categories:

Act


Published Year:

2017