REPLACE Act

3/13/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1338

Bill 119 hr 1338, also known as the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018, aims to make it easier for individuals and households affected by major disasters to receive assistance. The bill proposes an amendment that would require the President to automatically waive certain critical document fees for those who are receiving assistance under the Individuals and Households Program.

This amendment is significant because it would alleviate financial burdens for individuals and families who are already facing the challenges of recovering from a major disaster. By automatically waiving these fees, affected individuals and households would not have to worry about additional costs when trying to access the assistance they need to rebuild their lives.

Overall, this bill seeks to streamline the process for disaster recovery assistance and ensure that those who are most in need are able to receive the help they require without unnecessary financial barriers. It is a step towards making the recovery process smoother and more efficient for those who have been impacted by major disasters.

Current Status of Bill HR 1338

Bill HR 1338 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 13, 2025. Bill HR 1338 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 13, 2025.  Bill HR 1338's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of February 13, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1338

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1338

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1338

To amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 to require the President to automatically waive certain critical document fees for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.To amend the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018 to require the President to automatically waive certain critical document fees for individuals and households affected by major disasters for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.
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