Improve how local governments notify the public about hazardous material spills and chemical emergencies.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with ALERT Communities Act?
The ALERT Communities Act, known as H.R. 1561, moved to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce on June 24, 2026. The full committee must now decide whether to hold a vote on the bill. Most bills do not receive a committee vote and stall at this stage, so the primary constraint is the committee leadership choosing to prioritize the legislation.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by ALERT Communities Act (H.R. 1561 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 7226 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 7226 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
Jasmine Crockett (D-TX)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.