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Introduced
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to make certain changes with respect to duplication of benefits, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act by modifying provisions related to the "duplication of benefits" clause. Specifically, the bill removes the language "or any other source" from Section 312(a) of the Act, which could potentially make it easier for disaster victims to receive federal assistance without being penalized for receiving aid from other sources. The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act is a federal law that provides support and assistance to states and localities during major disasters or emergencies. By removing the phrase "or any other source," the bill aims to reduce barriers that might prevent disaster victims from accessing the full range of available assistance, thus living up to its name, the "Don't Penalize Victims Act."
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (13)
Laura Friedman (D)*,
Julia Brownley (D),
Salud Carbajal (D),
Judy Chu (D),
Gil Cisneros (D),
Mike Ezell (R),
Brian Fitzpatrick (R),
Josh Harder (D),
Kevin Mullin (D),
Jay Obernolte (R),
Brad Sherman (D),
Norma Torres (D),
George Whitesides (D),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. (on 03/21/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2254/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr2254/BILLS-119hr2254ih.pdf |
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