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New Disaster Housing Aid: Flexible Support for Affected Citizens

This act introduces a new way of providing housing assistance after major disasters. Instead of individual applications, states can receive a single large grant, aiming to speed up and make support more flexible for affected individuals, giving them more control over fund distribution.
Key points
States can now opt to receive a single block grant for temporary housing after a disaster, instead of individuals applying for assistance.
The new system aims to deliver housing aid more quickly and flexibly, tailored to local needs.
Unused funds from the grant can be used for preparedness or mitigation activities in the state for future disasters.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3252
Sponsor: Rep. Moskowitz, Jared [D-FL-23]
Process start date: 2025-05-07