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FEMA Disaster Aid Improvement: Enhanced Support for Disasters and Wildfires

This act aims to improve FEMA's disaster assistance, particularly for wildfires. It introduces new rules for relocating at-risk homes, enhances wildfire response, and ensures more culturally sensitive psychological and case management support for victims. This should help citizens recover more quickly from natural disasters.
Key points
Easier home relocation: Allows for relocation of homes at risk of future damage, even if not previously repeatedly damaged.
Improved wildfire response: Establishes plans and actions before wildfires, including using Red Flag Warnings, to limit their impact.
Culturally competent support: Ensures that crisis counseling and case management services are provided with cultural sensitivity, especially for disadvantaged communities.
Streamlined housing assistance: Study and plan to better assist survivors facing challenges like lack of ownership proof or multiple families in one household.
Wildfire insurance study: Analysis of wildfire insurance availability and affordability, including the government's role in promoting risk mitigation.
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Print number: 117_HR_5782
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19]
Process start date: 2021-10-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FIRE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5782.

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 2021-10-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Easier home relocation: Allows for relocation of homes at risk of future damage, even if not previously repeatedly damaged.
  • Improved wildfire response: Establishes plans and actions before wildfires, including using Red Flag Warnings, to limit their impact.
  • Culturally competent support: Ensures that crisis counseling and case management services are provided with cultural sensitivity, especially for disadvantaged communities.
  • Streamlined housing assistance: Study and plan to better assist survivors facing challenges like lack of ownership proof or multiple families in one household.
  • Wildfire insurance study: Analysis of wildfire insurance availability and affordability, including the government's role in promoting risk mitigation.
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. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19].

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 2025-12-28.

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