What does Preamble of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This bill aims to support improved awareness and coordination of Federal communications resources during disasters and emergencies.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. The term 'Commission' refers to the Federal Communications Commission. The term 'DIRS' refers to the Disaster Information Reporting System outlined in 47 C.F.R. section 4.18, or any subsequent regulation. The term 'Mandatory Disaster Response Initiative' refers to the requirements detailed in 47 C.F.R. section 4.17, or any successor regulation.

What does REVIEW OF DISASTER INFORMATION REPORTING SYSTEM ACTIVATION of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This section requires the Commission to review and update its procedures for providing notices regarding the activation and deactivation of the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS). The review must be completed within 180 days of the Act's enactment. The Commission should consult with providers who submit reports to DIRS and with State, local, Tribal, and territorial emergency management authorities during the review. The Commission should consider improvements to the format and content of DIRS activation and deactivation notices. This section does not require the Commission to adopt new regulations. The Commission retains discretion to determine when to activate DIRS.

What does ENHANCED COORDINATION WITH PUBLIC SAFETY ENTITIES. of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This section directs the Commission to evaluate the feasibility of enhancing its public safety liaison functions. The evaluation must be completed within 18 months of the Act's enactment. The purpose of enhanced liaison functions is to serve as a point of entry for officials seeking communications information during disasters and to facilitate coordination between officials and communications service providers. The section clarifies that it does not create new reporting requirements or operational mandates for communications service providers. The Commission is not required to implement any actions based on the feasibility evaluation.

What does DEVELOPMENT OF DISASTER AND EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS AWARENESS of Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act do?

This section directs the Commission to develop and publicly release plain-language materials within one year of the Act's enactment. These materials aim to improve awareness and understanding among state, local, tribal, and territorial emergency management and public safety authorities regarding federal communications and emergency coordination mechanisms. The Commission may utilize existing resources when creating these materials. The materials must include information about the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS), including its purpose, operation, and limitations. Information about the Mandatory Disaster Response Initiative and existing Commission resources will also be included. The materials will describe communications capabilities available to support public safety during emergencies. The Commission is required to consult with communications providers and state, local, tribal, and territorial authorities during the development process. This section clarifies that it does not require the Commission to create or modify regulations related to DIRS or the Mandatory Disaster Response Initiative.

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Disaster Communications Coordination and Preparedness Act

Last updated: 6/4/2026 · Introduced: 6/4/2026

Author: Tim Sheehy (R-MT)

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The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) must review and update its procedures for activating and deactivating the Disaster Information Reporting System (DIRS) within 180 days of the Act's enactment.
The FCC will evaluate the feasibility of enhancing its public safety liaison functions to improve coordination between officials and communications service providers during disasters.
The FCC is directed to develop and release public awareness materials, in plain language, to inform state, local, tribal, and territorial authorities about federal communications and emergency coordination mechanisms, including DIRS and the Mandatory Disaster Response Initiative.

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