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Disaster Aid Reporting: Increased Transparency in Federal Spending

This new law requires the federal government to annually report all disaster-related spending. This will provide citizens and Congress with a clear picture of how much money is spent and on what exactly in the event of natural disasters, potentially leading to better management of public funds and more effective aid in the future.
Key points
The federal government will be required to publish an annual detailed report on all disaster-related expenditures, including response, recovery, and mitigation efforts.
The report will be publicly available online, increasing transparency and allowing citizens to track how taxpayer money is spent in crisis situations.
This information will help in better budget planning and decision-making on how to reduce future disaster costs through prevention investments.
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Print number: 117_HR_2052
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-52]
Process start date: 2021-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DISASTER Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2052.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government will be required to publish an annual detailed report on all disaster-related expenditures, including response, recovery, and mitigation efforts.
  • The report will be publicly available online, increasing transparency and allowing citizens to track how taxpayer money is spent in crisis situations.
  • This information will help in better budget planning and decision-making on how to reduce future disaster costs through prevention investments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-52].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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