Disaster Aid Streamlined: Faster Support and Better Coordination for Survivors
This act aims to simplify and accelerate access to federal disaster assistance. It introduces a unified application system, streamlines repair and rebuilding processes, and increases transparency of available support, directly leading to faster and more effective aid for affected citizens.
Key points
Single Application for Aid: Establishes a unified online system for all types of federal disaster assistance, simplifying the application process.
Faster Repairs and Rebuilding: Facilitates funding for home and infrastructure repairs, including measures to prevent future disaster damage.
Increased Transparency: Public access to data on application numbers, approvals, and denials, helping citizens better understand the aid process.
Support for Emergency Personnel: Allows reimbursement for sheltering emergency response personnel and their families during disasters, ensuring continuity of operations.
Addressing Renter Challenges: Requires a study on unique challenges faced by renters in seeking federal disaster assistance to ensure more equitable support.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1796
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-24