National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2023

The National Disaster Safety Board Act of 2023 would establish a new independent agency to review natural disaster incidents that cause significant loss of life or economic injury. The Board would examine incidents with 10 or more fatalities or meeting specific criteria, focusing on learning from these events to prevent future harm rather than assigning blame. It would issue recommendations to federal, state, tribal, and local entities to improve disaster preparedness and response, with a particular focus on protecting vulnerable communities. The Board would coordinate with existing agencies like FEMA and the National Weather Service, and would be required to publish findings and recommendations within a year of initiating a review.