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Improving Disaster Response: New Commission for Resilience and Recovery

This act establishes a new commission to examine and recommend changes to how the federal government responds to natural disasters. The goal is to improve aid and recovery efforts after such events, potentially leading to faster and more effective support for citizens affected by disasters.
Key points
Establishment of a Commission on Federal Natural Disaster Resilience and Recovery within the Office of Management and Budget.
The Commission will examine and recommend administrative and legislative reforms to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and funding of federal programs for disaster resilience and recovery.
The Commission will consist of 15 members, including experts from state, local, and tribal governments, emergency management, healthcare, and the private sector.
The Commission is required to submit a final report with specific, actionable policy recommendations, including legislative changes, to enhance federal disaster response and reduce duplication.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10134
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2024-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Natural Disaster Resilience and Recovery Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10134.

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 2024-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a Commission on Federal Natural Disaster Resilience and Recovery within the Office of Management and Budget.
  • The Commission will examine and recommend administrative and legislative reforms to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and funding of federal programs for disaster resilience and recovery.
  • The Commission will consist of 15 members, including experts from state, local, and tribal governments, emergency management, healthcare, and the private sector.
  • The Commission is required to submit a final report with specific, actionable policy recommendations, including legislative changes, to enhance federal disaster response and reduce duplication.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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