A Democratic bill with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 5067 is known as the Rapid Disaster Relief Act. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on August 29, 2025. The bill amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. Specifically, it focuses on how certain reimbursements are disbursed under the Act. It adds a new subsection to Section 403 of the Act. The goal is to speed up funding for emergency work.
Yes
- Scored +8
Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster?
The bill expedites emergency work disaster relief reimbursements, ensuring funds are disbursed within 120 days.
- Scored +5
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
Faster disaster relief distribution helps rural and local communities recover more quickly from emergencies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2 of the bill adds a new disbursement rule under Section 403 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5170b). This provision requires that reimbursements be given to the applicant no later than 120 days after the applicant submits a request, provided the President determines at least 90 percent of the estimated costs are eligible. This is a positive outcome because it ensures applicants get their disaster relief funds much faster instead of waiting indefinitely.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no specific sections or provisions identified that cause negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — The bill expedites emergency work disaster relief reimbursements, ensuring funds are disbursed within 120 days.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Faster disaster relief distribution helps rural and local communities recover more quickly from emergencies.
- 8/30/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
- 8/29/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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John MoolenaarRepublican · Michigan