FEMA Temporary Housing Assistance Improvement Act
- Last Action
- 4/1/2025
Actions
- 2025-04-01Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
- 2025-04-01Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2025-04-01Introduced in House
- 2025-04-01Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2025-04-01 (00)
FEMA Temporary Housing Assistance Improvement Act
This bill enables individuals or households to receive temporary housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following a disaster (i.e., funds for renting housing or housing provided by FEMA) regardless of the recipient’s insurance status.
Under current law, in determining whether an individual or household is eligible for temporary housing assistance, FEMA generally must determine whether the applicant has insurance that will cover those same expenses, to avoid a duplication of benefits. The bill prohibits FEMA from considering insurance a duplication of benefits when determining an individual or household’s eligibility for temporary housing assistance, removing the need for FEMA to determine insurance coverage prior to providing the assistance.
Cosponsors (1)
- Judy Chu (D-CA)
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