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Increased Federal Support for Small Towns After Disasters

This act increases federal financial support for small local governments (up to 50,000 residents) affected by disasters in 2020 and 2021. This means local authorities will receive more federal aid for recovery efforts, potentially speeding up the return to normalcy and reducing financial burdens on residents.
Key points
Increases the federal share of disaster relief costs to at least 90% for local governments with populations under 50,000, meaning more federal money for recovery.
Applies to major disasters and emergencies declared in calendar years 2020 and 2021 that are still in the recovery phase.
Removes an end date for certain flood insurance provisions, potentially impacting long-term support in this area.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3349
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-4]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Disaster Support and Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3349.

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 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the federal share of disaster relief costs to at least 90% for local governments with populations under 50,000, meaning more federal money for recovery.
  • Applies to major disasters and emergencies declared in calendar years 2020 and 2021 that are still in the recovery phase.
  • Removes an end date for certain flood insurance provisions, potentially impacting long-term support in this area.
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. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-4].

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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