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Easier Access to Federal Disaster Aid

New rules will make it easier to get federal disaster aid for both local governments and individuals. The changes consider local economic conditions and the scale of damage, which could speed up support for those affected. The act also applies to applications denied after January 1, 2012.
Key points
Introduction of clear criteria for evaluating public and individual disaster assistance requests, with assigned weights for each factor.
Consideration of local economic circumstances (e.g., income, unemployment, tax base) when deciding on aid allocation.
Possibility of re-evaluating aid requests denied since 2012, offering a chance for support to previously affected parties.
Increased transparency and predictability in the process of applying for federal disaster relief.
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Print number: 117_S_2362
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-07-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fairness in Federal Disaster Declarations Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2362.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduction of clear criteria for evaluating public and individual disaster assistance requests, with assigned weights for each factor.
  • Consideration of local economic circumstances (e.g., income, unemployment, tax base) when deciding on aid allocation.
  • Possibility of re-evaluating aid requests denied since 2012, offering a chance for support to previously affected parties.
  • Increased transparency and predictability in the process of applying for federal disaster relief.
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. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

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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