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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a)In general
Consistent with section 5151(a) of this title, the Administrator of Federal 1 Emergency Management Agency shall--
(1) identify, in coordination with State and local governments, population groups with limited English proficiency and take into account such groups in planning for an emergency or major disaster;
(2) ensure that information made available to individuals affected by a major disaster or emergency is made available in formats that can be understood by--
(A) population groups identified under paragraph (1); and
(B) individuals with disabilities or other special needs; and
(3) develop and maintain an informational clearinghouse of model language assistance programs and best practices for State and local governments in providing services related to a major disaster or emergency.
(b)Group size
For purposes of subsection (a), the Administrator of Federal Emergency Management Agency shall define the size of a population group.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 42 U.S.C. § 5196f - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 42. The Public Health and Welfare § 5196f. Disaster related information services - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-42-the-public-health-and-welfare/42-usc-sect-5196f/
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