United States 116th Congress Status: In Committee Bipartisan · 6 R · 2 D cosponsors

HR 1311 — To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a major disaster are met.

Last action — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 108.

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill enhances disaster assistance to address unmet needs after major disasters.

This bill amends the Stafford Act to allow for additional financial assistance after major disasters for those with unmet needs. It provides a framework for funding and specifies the types of assistance available, focusing on housing and economic recovery.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families affected by disasters may benefit from additional financial assistance for repair and rebuilding efforts.

Summary

This bill authorizes the President, after the declaration of a major disaster, to direct the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide assistance necessary for meeting unmet needs as a result of such disaster.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

14 added · 2 removed

Plain-language change summary

The text changes to the bill include the addition of several sponsors and a note indicating that it has been reported in the House and committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union. The removal of the initial introduction line suggests that the bill has progressed beyond its introductory stage. These changes track the bill's advancement through the legislative process.

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1311 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H.
1311 Reported in House (RH)] <DOC> Union Calendar No.
108 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H.
1311 To amend the Robert T.
1311 [Report No.
116-146] To amend the Robert T.
which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Robert T.
which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure July 11, 2019 Additional sponsors:
Mr.
Meadows, Miss Gonzalez-Colon of Puerto Rico, Mr.
Rouzer, Mr.
Cohen, Mr.
LaMalfa, and Mr.
Crenshaw July 11, 2019 Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Robert T.
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Union Calendar No.
108 116th CONGRESS 1st Session H.
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1311 [Report No.
116-146] _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To amend the Robert T.
Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to ensure that unmet needs after a major disaster are met.
_______________________________________________________________________ July 11, 2019 Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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How this bill changes current law

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The bill establishes a new provision for unmet needs assistance after a major disaster and modifies existing repair and rebuilding assistance criteria.

  • 42 U.S.C. 5174

    SEC. 431. UNMET NEEDS ASSISTANCE. (a) In General.--After the declaration of a major disaster, the President may direct the Administrator of the Emergency Management Agency to provide, subject to amounts made available from appropriations, assistance necessary for meeting unmet needs as a result of such disaster.

    Establishes a new section for unmet needs assistance after a disaster declaration.

  • 42 U.S.C. 5174

    to a safe and sanitary living or functioning condition → to ensure that their home is habitable during longer term recovery. Assistance allowed under this section may be used in coordination with other sources for the repair and rebuilding of an owner-occupied residence.

    Changes the standard for repair assistance to focus on ensuring habitability during recovery.

  • 42 U.S.C. 5174

    in cases in which → if the President considers it a cost effective alternative to other housing solutions, including the costs associated with temporary housing provided under this section, and long-term rebuilding costs associated with section 431

    Expands the criteria for providing permanent housing construction assistance by considering cost-effectiveness of various housing solutions.

  • 42 U.S.C. 5174

    (b) Funding.--(1) Amount of funding.--Subject to appropriations and not later than 30 days after a declaration is made under section 401, the President acting through the Administrator may allocate an amount that equals up to 10 percent of the estimated aggregate amount of the grants to be made pursuant to sections 406 and 408 for the major disaster in order to provide technical and financial assistance under this section and such set aside shall be deemed to be related to activities carried out pursuant to major disasters under this Act.

    Establishes funding guidelines for unmet needs assistance.

  • 42 U.S.C. 5174

    (c) Unmet Needs.--Financial assistance provided under this section may be used to provide assistance, in addition to other amounts made available under this Act, for the following unmet needs: (1) Disaster-related home repair and rebuilding assistance to families for permanent housing purposes, including in conjunction with eligible expenditures under section 408. (2) Disaster-related unmet needs of families who are unable to obtain adequate assistance from other sources. (3) Other services that alleviate human suffering and promote the well-being of disaster victims. (4) Economic and business activities (including food and agriculture) after a disaster to implement post-disaster economic recovery measures, including planning and technical assistance for long-term economic recovery plans, infrastructure improvements, business or infrastructure financing, market or industry research, and other activities authorized under a comprehensive economic development strategy.

    Defines specific unmet needs that the financial assistance can address, expanding the scope of assistance.

Action History

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

  4. Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

  5. Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Discharged.

  6. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  7. Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

  8. Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 116-146.

  9. Reported by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Rept. 116-146.

  10. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 108.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 1311 do?
This bill authorizes the President, after the declaration of a major disaster, to direct the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide assistance necessary for meeting unmet needs as a result of such disaster.
Who sponsors HR 1311?
HR 1311 is sponsored by Graves, Garret (Republican), Plaskett, Stacey E. (Democratic), Meadows, Mark (Republican), González-Colón, Jenniffer (Republican), Rouzer, David (Republican), Cohen, Steve (Democratic), LaMalfa, Doug (Republican), and Crenshaw, Dan (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 1311?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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