Earthquake Resilience Act

HR 9375, the Earthquake Resilience Act, requires the federal government to conduct a national risk assessment identifying community progress and gaps in earthquake resilience within two years of enactment. It amends the Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program to mandate new standards for post-earthquake recovery of critical infrastructure like power and water systems, including performance objectives for functional recovery. The law directs agencies like FEMA, NIST, and USGS to coordinate with state and local governments to develop these guidelines. This bill directly affects communities and infrastructure providers by establishing federal requirements for improved earthquake preparedness and recovery planning.