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Disaster Reconstruction Authority Act No. 36 of 2019.

Country
Type of law
Legislation
Source

Abstract
This Act provides for the establishment of the Disaster Reconstruction Authority to be responsible for the management of reconstruction and restoration in an area designated as a Disaster Zone. This Act lays down provisions on the constitution and procedure of the Board of Directors perform the functions and exercise the powers of the Authority; funds and resources of the Authority; officers and employees of the Authority; appointment of disaster zone reconstruction committees immediately after the occurrence of a disaster, and their functions and powers; designation of an impacted area as a Disaster Zone and assessment of reconstruction needs in Disaster Zone; engagement of non-governmental and international assistance; relationship of the Authority with the National Emergency Management Agency; and reporting of the activities of the Board to the Minister.
Long title of text
An Act to provide for the establishment of a body corporate to be known as the Disaster Reconstruction Authority; for the functions and powers relating to that Authority; for the designation of a disaster zone and a special economic recovery zone and for connected matters.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Act shall come into force on a date to be appointed by the Minister by notice published in the Gazette.
Repealed
No
Serial Imprint
Extraordinary Official Gazette, 30 November 2019.
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No