HR 5575
FASTER Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 13, 2026, 4:10 PM
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Bill overview
The FASTER Act aims to reduce falls among older adults and improve emergency response times for in-home emergencies. It authorizes grants to fire departments to implement programs focused on home safety, fall prevention, and providing assistance to seniors. These grants can be used for various measures like installing safety devices, recruiting community paramedicine personnel, and making minor home modifications. The bill also establishes performance metrics and reporting requirements to evaluate the program's effectiveness.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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