HR 5067
Rapid Disaster Relief Act
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Bill overview
The Rapid Disaster Relief Act modifies the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to speed up the reimbursement process for disaster relief efforts. Specifically, it aims to reduce the time it takes for states and local governments to receive funds after submitting reimbursement requests. The bill changes the timeline for disbursement, prioritizing quicker payments when the President confirms that a significant portion of the estimated costs qualify for reimbursement. This is intended to provide more immediate financial assistance following a disaster.
Key provisions
- Expedited disbursement of disaster relief reimbursements.
- Reduces the reimbursement disbursement timeline to 120 days.
- Requires Presidential determination that at least 90% of costs are eligible for reimbursement.
- Amends Section 403 of the Stafford Act.
Who is affected
- State and local governments
- Disaster relief applicants
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Notable changes
- Shortens the reimbursement disbursement timeline from the current standard.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
H. R. 5067
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act with respect to the disbursement of certain reimbursements provided under such Act, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Rapid Disaster Relief Act
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Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170b) is amending by adding at the end the following: