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§ 742. National preparedness
In order to prepare the Nation for all hazards, including natural disasters, acts of terrorism, and other man-made disasters, the President, consistent with the declaration of policy under section 5195 of title 42 and title V of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 311 et seq.), as amended by this Act, shall develop a national preparedness goal and a national preparedness system.
(Pub. L. 109–295, title VI, § 642, Oct. 4, 2006, 120 Stat. 1425.)