What does Preamble of Disaster Recovery Improvement Act do?

This bill aims to establish an interagency task force The task force focuses on expediting disaster relief funding The bill has other purposes beyond disaster relief funding

What does SHORT TITLE. of Disaster Recovery Improvement Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Disaster Recovery Improvement Act.

What does FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Disaster Recovery Improvement Act do?

This section establishes findings related to Federal disaster recovery programs. It notes that many Federal agency programs support disaster recovery efforts. The section identifies delays in delivering disaster relief funding as a problem, citing Hurricane Helene as an example. It states that state and local governments should have more input in Federal disaster relief administration. Congress expresses the sense that Federal agencies should incorporate recommendations from state and local governments to improve disaster response.

What does DISASTER RECOVERY IMPROVEMENT TASK FORCE. of Disaster Recovery Improvement Act do?

This section establishes the "Disaster Recovery Improvement Task Force" within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to expedite disaster relief funding. The task force will consist of senior officials from various federal agencies, including the Small Business Administration, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Department of Agriculture. Four state governors and four county commissioners, representing states and counties that have experienced major disasters, will also be appointed to the task force. Members of Congress from relevant committees may serve as non-voting advisory members. Within one year of enactment, the task force must submit a report to Congress identifying disaster relief programs, recommending ways to expedite funding, and assessing factors causing delays. The report will include recommendations for Federal agencies and Congress to strengthen state capacity for disaster preparedness and recovery. The task force will also provide an implementation report within 180 days detailing which recommendations will be implemented and legislative support needed. The task force will terminate 90 days after submitting its final report. No additional funds are authorized to carry out this section.

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Disaster Recovery Improvement Act

Last updated: 3/5/2026 · Introduced: 3/5/2026

Author: Ted Budd (R-NC)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a task force within FEMA to identify and recommend ways to expedite the delivery of disaster relief funding.
The task force will include federal agency officials, state governors, and county commissioners to provide diverse perspectives on disaster recovery.
Within one year of enactment, the task force must report to Congress on disaster relief programs, funding delays, and recommendations for improving state disaster preparedness.

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