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Summary of Bill S 771

Bill 119 s 771, also known as the Shelter and Services Program Termination Act, is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to end the Shelter and Services Program operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although specific details on these purposes are not provided in the bill text.

The Shelter and Services Program is a FEMA initiative that provides temporary shelter and assistance to individuals and families affected by natural disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, and floods. The program offers a range of services, including temporary housing, food, and medical care, to help those in need during times of crisis.

If passed, Bill 119 s 771 would effectively eliminate the Shelter and Services Program, potentially impacting the ability of FEMA to provide critical support to disaster-affected communities. Supporters of the bill argue that terminating the program would streamline FEMA operations and reduce government spending. However, critics of the bill express concerns that ending the program could leave vulnerable populations without essential resources in the aftermath of a disaster. It is important to note that the bill does not provide specific details on alternative measures or programs that would be put in place to replace the services currently offered by the Shelter and Services Program. As such, the potential implications of passing this legislation remain unclear. Overall, Bill 119 s 771 represents a significant proposal to restructure FEMA's disaster response efforts by terminating the Shelter and Services Program. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders, with differing opinions on the potential impact of such a change on disaster-affected communities.

Current Status of Bill S 771

Bill S 771 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill S 771 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 27, 2025.  Bill S 771's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of February 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 771

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 771

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 771

A bill to terminate the Shelter and Services Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.
A bill to terminate the Shelter and Services Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.

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