HR 1040 Summary

• Proclaims February 23 through March 1, 2014, as "Emergency Management Week" in Oklahoma.

• Recognizes Oklahoma's vulnerability to natural disasters, noting 32 presidential disaster declarations since 2007 totaling $486,000,000 in infrastructure damage.

• Commends the Oklahoma Emergency Management Association for its efforts in preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation planning.

• Encourages all Oklahomans to prepare their homes and families for severe weather and to thank emergency management personnel.

• Designates February 26, 2014, as Emergency Management Day at the State Capitol.