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FEMA Disaster Relief: Licensed Professionals Required for Rebuilding Projects.

This bill mandates that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) must use only licensed professionals (engineers, architects, builders) from the relevant state for cost estimates and material acquisition in disaster recovery projects. This aims to improve the quality and efficiency of rebuilding public and private infrastructure, directly impacting the speed of community recovery after disasters. The changes also limit FEMA's ability to reject plans and materials suggested by these licensed experts unless fraud is evident.
Key points
All cost estimates and material purchases for FEMA disaster assistance projects must be performed by professionals licensed in the relevant state (e.g., engineers, architects).
FEMA cannot disapprove rebuilding plans, material suggestions, or purchases proposed by a licensed professional without their direct consent, speeding up decision-making processes.
All FEMA employees directly assisting with the management of rebuilding projects must be appropriately licensed professionals, aiming to raise management standards.
The responsibility for hiring a licensed professional to develop the scope of work rests with the State or local government.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3177
Sponsor: Rep. Ezell, Mike [R-MS-4]
Process start date: 2025-05-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to ensure that cost estimates, acquisition of proper materials, and any other activity related to certain projects under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act are performed by professionals licensed in the relevant State, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3177.

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 2025-05-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All cost estimates and material purchases for FEMA disaster assistance projects must be performed by professionals licensed in the relevant state (e.g., engineers, architects).
  • FEMA cannot disapprove rebuilding plans, material suggestions, or purchases proposed by a licensed professional without their direct consent, speeding up decision-making processes.
  • All FEMA employees directly assisting with the management of rebuilding projects must be appropriately licensed professionals, aiming to raise management standards.
  • The responsibility for hiring a licensed professional to develop the scope of work rests with the State or local government.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Ezell, Mike [R-MS-4].

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 2025-12-24.

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