Basic Act on Reconstruction in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake

The purpose of this Act is to promote a smooth and prompt reconstruction following the Great East Japan Earthquake and the revitalization of a vibrant Japan by way of setting forth basic principles on reconstruction in response to the Great East Japan Earthquake, securing financial resources for the reconstruction, creating a System of Special Zones for Reconstruction and deciding on other fundamental issues so as to create an economy and society where current and future generations can lead safe and prosperous lives and by way of deciding on basic guidelines regarding the establishment of a Reconstruction Headquarters in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake and a Reconstruction Agency.