Don’t Penalize Victims Act

4/3/2025, 1:59 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Bill 119 HR 2254, also known as the "Duplication of Benefits Reform Act," aims to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act in order to address issues related to duplication of benefits in disaster relief efforts.

The bill seeks to make changes that will prevent individuals affected by disasters from receiving duplicate assistance from both federal and state agencies. This is important in order to ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to those in need.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that will streamline the process for individuals to access disaster relief funds, making it easier for them to receive the assistance they require in a timely manner. Overall, the Duplication of Benefits Reform Act is designed to improve the effectiveness of disaster relief efforts and ensure that resources are used wisely to help those impacted by natural disasters.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 2254

Introduced on
2025-03-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/21/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Bill 119 HR 2254, also known as the "Duplication of Benefits Reform Act," aims to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act in order to address issues related to duplication of benefits in disaster relief efforts.

The bill seeks to make changes that will prevent individuals affected by disasters from receiving duplicate assistance from both federal and state agencies. This is important in order to ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively to those in need.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that will streamline the process for individuals to access disaster relief funds, making it easier for them to receive the assistance they require in a timely manner. Overall, the Duplication of Benefits Reform Act is designed to improve the effectiveness of disaster relief efforts and ensure that resources are used wisely to help those impacted by natural disasters.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo 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.

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Latest Action3/21/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.