H.R. 2809 · 117th Congress
Natural Disaster Recovery Program Act of 2021
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- David Rouzer
- Introduced
- 2021-04-22
- Latest action
- 2021-04-23 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
Summary
Natural Disaster Recovery Program Act of 2021
This bill authorizes the President to provide disaster assistance to states and Indian tribes for unmet need, including necessary expenses for activities related to disaster relief, resiliency, long-term recovery, restoration of infrastructure and housing, mitigation, and economic revitalization after a major disaster is declared.
The bill also establishes a Natural Disaster Recovery Reserve Fund to facilitate planning and increase capacity to administer assistance.