HR 7829
Disaster Aid Without Delay Act of 2026
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Bill overview
The Disaster Aid Without Delay Act of 2026 aims to ensure that disaster relief funds are distributed quickly and without unnecessary restrictions. It specifically prohibits the Secretary of Homeland Security from setting arbitrary monetary limits on how FEMA can use these funds for major disasters and emergencies. The bill seeks to streamline the disaster aid process and prevent delays caused by overly strict financial requirements. This legislation focuses on maintaining the flow of resources to communities impacted by disasters.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the Secretary of Homeland Security from imposing arbitrary monetary thresholds on disaster relief funds.
- Specifically targets policies affecting funds for FEMA disaster assistance.
- References the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
- Defines a ‘monetary threshold’ as a fixed dollar amount that hinders fund obligation or disbursement.
Who is affected
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- The Secretary of Homeland Security
- Individuals and communities affected by major disasters and emergencies
Notable changes
- Prevents potential delays in disaster aid distribution due to financial thresholds.
- Clarifies the Secretary’s authority regarding the use of disaster relief funds.
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Primary sponsor
Pablo Jose [D-PR-At Large] Rescom. Hernández
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. R. 7829
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To prohibit the Secretary of Homeland Security from carrying out any policy that imposes an arbitrary monetary threshold on the obligation or disbursement of disaster relief funds, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Disaster Aid Without Delay Act of 2026
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monetary thresholdmeans any fixed dollar amount requirement that conditions, delays, or requires additional approval for the obligation or disbursement of funds.