Duplications of Benefits Victims Relief Act

12/16/2024, 7:29 PM
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 661.
Bill 118 hr 6083, also known as the Duplications of Benefits Victims Relief Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide relief to individuals who have been affected by duplications of benefits in the aftermath of a disaster.

The bill aims to address situations where individuals receive multiple forms of assistance for the same disaster, leading to confusion and potential financial hardship. This can occur when individuals receive assistance from both the government and private organizations, resulting in an overpayment of benefits.

The Duplications of Benefits Victims Relief Act seeks to streamline the process for individuals to resolve these duplications of benefits and avoid penalties for receiving excess assistance. It also aims to provide guidance and support to individuals navigating the complex system of disaster assistance programs. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that individuals affected by disasters receive the appropriate amount of assistance without facing unnecessary burdens or penalties. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being passed into law.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6083

Introduced on
2023-10-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/26/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 661.
Bill 118 hr 6083, also known as the Duplications of Benefits Victims Relief Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide relief to individuals who have been affected by duplications of benefits in the aftermath of a disaster.

The bill aims to address situations where individuals receive multiple forms of assistance for the same disaster, leading to confusion and potential financial hardship. This can occur when individuals receive assistance from both the government and private organizations, resulting in an overpayment of benefits.

The Duplications of Benefits Victims Relief Act seeks to streamline the process for individuals to resolve these duplications of benefits and avoid penalties for receiving excess assistance. It also aims to provide guidance and support to individuals navigating the complex system of disaster assistance programs. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that individuals affected by disasters receive the appropriate amount of assistance without facing unnecessary burdens or penalties. It is currently under review in Congress and may undergo further revisions before being passed into law.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 to extend waiver of duplicate benefits limitation for certain payments to individuals in the event of a major disaster, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Emergency Management

Potential Impact
Aviation and airports
Disaster relief and insurance
Wages and earnings

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Latest Action12/5/2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 661.