Enhancing Stakeholder Support and Outreach for Preparedness Grants Act

# Summary of HR 4058: Enhancing Stakeholder Support and Outreach for Preparedness Grants Act **What the Bill Does:** This bill requires the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to improve how it communicates with and supports communities applying for federal grants designed to protect against terrorist attacks. Specifically, FEMA would need to provide better guidance and technical assistance to states, cities, and other organizations before, during, and after they receive these grants. The agency would also conduct annual surveys asking communities about their experiences with the grant process and report back to Congress on how it's using that feedback to improve the programs. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts state and local governments, public agencies, and community organizations that apply for FEMA's homeland security grants.

These entities would receive more hands-on support navigating the application process. Indirectly, it affects communities nationwide, as stronger outreach could help more localities access federal funds to improve their emergency preparedness and security infrastructure. **Current Status:** The bill passed the House of Representatives and is the work of Representative Daniel Goldman (D-NY). Congress would now need to vote on the bill in the Senate for it to advance further toward becoming law.