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This bill provides the President with the authority to waive regulations that prevent individuals, businesses, or entities from receiving duplicate disaster assistance under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. Specifically, the President can grant a waiver upon a Governor's request if he determines it is in the public interest and will not result in waste, fraud, or abuse. When considering such a waiver, the President may consult with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), assess the cost-effectiveness of the assistance, and consider principles of equity and good conscience. The bill mandates that waiver requests must be responded to within 45 days and prohibits the President from considering a loan as a duplication of benefits if all federal assistance is used to address losses from a major disaster. Furthermore, the bill removes any income thresholds that might limit waiver eligibility and applies only to major disasters declared in calendar years 2023 and 2024. The primary goal is to provide more flexible disaster recovery support, particularly for small businesses and other entities impacted by significant emergencies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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