The National Emergencies Act is a U.S. law enacted in 1976 that allows the President to declare a national emergency. This declaration enables the government to access special powers and resources to respond to crises, such as natural disasters or threats to national security. The Act outlines the procedures for declaring an emergency and the powers that can be exercised during such times. Once a national emergency is declared, Congress must be notified and can review the declaration. The Act also requires the President to terminate the emergency after a specified period unless Congress approves its continuation. This ensures a system of checks and balances between the executive and legislative branches.