Emergency Preparedness and Response for Individuals With Disabilities Act of 2006

H.R. 4704, the Emergency Preparedness and Response for Individuals with Disabilities Act of 2006, seeks to ensure that people with disabilities are adequately supported during and after major disasters. The bill would create a Disability Coordinator within the Department of Homeland Security to oversee emergency planning and relief efforts specifically tailored to the needs of the disability community. Additionally, the legislation mandates that federally funded replacement housing and temporary shelters meet higher accessibility standards to help individuals maintain their independence following a crisis.