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Disaster Aid: Debt Forgiveness and Protection from Re-victimization

This act aims to protect individuals affected by natural disasters from having to repay debts incurred due to government agency errors. This means if you received aid you weren't entitled to because of an agency mistake, you won't have to pay it back. The law seeks to reduce financial burdens on citizens after difficult events.
Key points
Debt Waiver: FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) will be required to waive debts related to disaster assistance if the error in granting it was on the agency's part.
Protection from Claims: Debts arising from assistance subject to legal claims will also be waived, protecting citizens from additional problems.
Increased Agency Accountability: FEMA will have to report on actions taken to reduce errors in aid distribution, aiming to improve service quality for citizens.
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Print number: 117_S_1946
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Process start date: 2021-05-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Disaster Revictimization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1946.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Debt Waiver: FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) will be required to waive debts related to disaster assistance if the error in granting it was on the agency's part.
  • Protection from Claims: Debts arising from assistance subject to legal claims will also be waived, protecting citizens from additional problems.
  • Increased Agency Accountability: FEMA will have to report on actions taken to reduce errors in aid distribution, aiming to improve service quality for citizens.
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 Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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