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Improved Disaster Aid for Veterans: New Advocate at FEMA

This act establishes a Veteran Advocate position within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Advocate's role is to ensure veterans' needs are addressed during natural disasters and to facilitate their access to assistance and information. This aims to streamline support for veterans in challenging situations.
Key points
Creation of a Veteran Advocate position within FEMA to protect veterans' interests during disasters.
The Advocate will serve as the primary contact point between veteran service organizations and FEMA.
The new role aims to help veterans receive fair treatment and access to disaster assistance.
The Advocate will also identify opportunities for veteran employment within FEMA.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4480
Sponsor: Rep. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7]
Process start date: 2025-07-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Disaster Assistance for Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4480.

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 2025-07-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a Veteran Advocate position within FEMA to protect veterans' interests during disasters.
  • The Advocate will serve as the primary contact point between veteran service organizations and FEMA.
  • The new role aims to help veterans receive fair treatment and access to disaster assistance.
  • The Advocate will also identify opportunities for veteran employment within FEMA.
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. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7].

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 2025-12-23.

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