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Disaster Resilience Support: More Funds and Home Assistance

This act increases funding for natural disaster prevention projects, expands aid to non-profit organizations, and introduces a pilot program to support home retrofits for greater resilience. This means increased safety for communities and potential support for securing one's own home.
Key points
Increases available federal funds for disaster risk reduction projects from 6% to up to 15% of pre-disaster mitigation assistance.
Expands eligibility for federal mitigation assistance to include private non-profit facilities, allowing them to better protect their properties.
Establishes a pilot program to provide grants to individuals for residential retrofits, making homes more resilient to floods, winds, fires, and earthquakes.
Requires the use of American-produced steel and iron in large federally funded non-emergency construction projects, supporting domestic industry.
Allows for reimbursement of interest payments on loans taken by state/local governments and non-profits for disaster assistance activities, reducing their financial burden.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-04-05
For 383
Against 41
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5689
Sponsor: Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]
Process start date: 2021-10-22
Voting date: 2022-04-05
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 113
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Resilient AMERICA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5689.

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 2021-10-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases available federal funds for disaster risk reduction projects from 6% to up to 15% of pre-disaster mitigation assistance.
  • Expands eligibility for federal mitigation assistance to include private non-profit facilities, allowing them to better protect their properties.
  • Establishes a pilot program to provide grants to individuals for residential retrofits, making homes more resilient to floods, winds, fires, and earthquakes.
  • Requires the use of American-produced steel and iron in large federally funded non-emergency construction projects, supporting domestic industry.
  • Allows for reimbursement of interest payments on loans taken by state/local governments and non-profits for disaster assistance activities, reducing their financial burden.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 383 - 41 (Roll no. 113). (text: CR H4170-4172)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

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