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Disaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2025
3/12/2025, 12:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1245
Bill 119 HR 1245, also known as the "FEMA Individual Assistance Improvement Act," aims to enhance the support provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to individuals affected by disasters. The bill includes provisions to streamline and improve the process for individuals seeking assistance from FEMA in the aftermath of a disaster.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a more efficient and user-friendly application process for individuals seeking assistance. This includes the development of online tools and resources to help individuals navigate the application process and access the assistance they need more quickly and easily.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the coordination and communication between FEMA and other federal, state, and local agencies involved in disaster response and recovery efforts. This is intended to ensure a more seamless and effective response to disasters and better support for individuals in need of assistance. The bill also includes provisions to enhance the training and resources available to FEMA staff and partners involved in providing individual assistance. This is aimed at improving the quality and timeliness of the assistance provided to individuals affected by disasters. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1245 seeks to strengthen FEMA's ability to support individuals in the wake of disasters and improve the overall effectiveness of the agency's response efforts.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a more efficient and user-friendly application process for individuals seeking assistance. This includes the development of online tools and resources to help individuals navigate the application process and access the assistance they need more quickly and easily.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the coordination and communication between FEMA and other federal, state, and local agencies involved in disaster response and recovery efforts. This is intended to ensure a more seamless and effective response to disasters and better support for individuals in need of assistance. The bill also includes provisions to enhance the training and resources available to FEMA staff and partners involved in providing individual assistance. This is aimed at improving the quality and timeliness of the assistance provided to individuals affected by disasters. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1245 seeks to strengthen FEMA's ability to support individuals in the wake of disasters and improve the overall effectiveness of the agency's response efforts.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1245
Bill HR 1245 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2025. Bill HR 1245 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1245's most recent activity was Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E160-161) as of February 25, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1245
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
11Democrat Cosponsors
11Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1245
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1245
To improve individual assistance provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.
To improve individual assistance provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.
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