Disaster Management Costs Modernization Act
Disaster Management Costs Modernization Act
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# Disaster Management Costs Modernization Act (S 773) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to update how the federal government covers disaster-related expenses. The specific provisions aren't detailed in the information provided, but based on the title, it would likely modernize the cost-sharing formances, eligibility requirements, or reimbursement processes that currently govern federal disaster assistance programs. This could affect how much money states, local governments, and communities receive after natural disasters and how those funds are distributed. **Who It Affects:** State and local governments, disaster relief organizations, and communities recovering from natural disasters would be most directly impacted.
Depending on the bill's specific provisions, it could also affect taxpayers nationwide, since federal disaster funding comes from the federal budget. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (S 773, 119th Congress), meaning it's being reviewed and debated before it can move forward for a full Senate vote. It was introduced by Senator Margaret Wood Hassan (D-NH). Without access to the detailed text, the exact provisions cannot be summarized further—interested readers would need to review the full bill on Congress.gov for complete information.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.