A bill to prohibit discrimination based on political affiliation in granting disaster assistance.

2/4/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 373, also known as the "Political Affiliation Non-Discrimination Act," aims to prevent discrimination based on political affiliation when granting disaster assistance. This bill was introduced in the US Congress to ensure that individuals and communities affected by natural disasters are not denied aid or assistance based on their political beliefs or affiliations.

The bill specifically prohibits any federal agency or entity responsible for distributing disaster assistance from considering an individual's political affiliation when determining eligibility for aid. This means that individuals who have been impacted by a disaster, such as a hurricane, wildfire, or flood, cannot be denied assistance simply because of their political views or party affiliation.

The goal of this legislation is to ensure that disaster assistance is distributed fairly and without bias, regardless of an individual's political beliefs. By prohibiting discrimination based on political affiliation, the bill aims to uphold the principles of equality and fairness in the distribution of federal disaster aid. Overall, Bill 119 s 373 seeks to protect individuals and communities in need of disaster assistance from being unfairly targeted or excluded based on their political beliefs. If passed, this bill would help ensure that all Americans have access to the support and resources they need to recover from natural disasters, regardless of their political affiliation.
Congress
119

Number
S - 373

Introduced on
2025-02-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 373, also known as the "Political Affiliation Non-Discrimination Act," aims to prevent discrimination based on political affiliation when granting disaster assistance. This bill was introduced in the US Congress to ensure that individuals and communities affected by natural disasters are not denied aid or assistance based on their political beliefs or affiliations.

The bill specifically prohibits any federal agency or entity responsible for distributing disaster assistance from considering an individual's political affiliation when determining eligibility for aid. This means that individuals who have been impacted by a disaster, such as a hurricane, wildfire, or flood, cannot be denied assistance simply because of their political views or party affiliation.

The goal of this legislation is to ensure that disaster assistance is distributed fairly and without bias, regardless of an individual's political beliefs. By prohibiting discrimination based on political affiliation, the bill aims to uphold the principles of equality and fairness in the distribution of federal disaster aid. Overall, Bill 119 s 373 seeks to protect individuals and communities in need of disaster assistance from being unfairly targeted or excluded based on their political beliefs. If passed, this bill would help ensure that all Americans have access to the support and resources they need to recover from natural disasters, regardless of their political affiliation.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit discrimination based on political affiliation in granting disaster assistance.

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Latest Action2/3/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.