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FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5343

The FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 5343, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish accountability measures for caseworkers employed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Under this bill, FEMA caseworkers would be required to undergo regular training and certification to ensure they are equipped to effectively assist individuals and communities in the aftermath of natural disasters and emergencies. The bill also mandates that caseworkers adhere to strict guidelines and protocols when providing assistance to disaster victims.

Additionally, the FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act aims to improve transparency and oversight within FEMA by requiring regular reporting on caseworker performance and outcomes. This information would be made available to the public to ensure accountability and promote trust in the agency's disaster response efforts. Overall, the FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act seeks to enhance the professionalism and effectiveness of FEMA caseworkers, ultimately improving the agency's ability to provide timely and efficient assistance to those in need during times of crisis.

Current Status of Bill HR 5343

Bill HR 5343 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 22, 2021. Bill HR 5343 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 22, 2021.  Bill HR 5343's most recent activity was Message on Senate action sent to the House. as of December 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5343

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5343

Primary Policy Focus

Emergency Management

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