Disaster programs would have to plan for people with disabilities, older adults, and others who need extra help. The bill would fund training, services, accessible housing, and faster support during disasters and public health emergencies.
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REAADI for Disasters Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Latest action on H.R. 7029: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people with disabilities, older adults, and at-risk people who need support during disasters. It also affects state, local, Tribal, and nonprofit groups that use federal disaster money. Those groups would face clearer access rules, planning duties, reporting duties, and possible new funding opportunities.
Why this matters: Disasters can be more dangerous when shelters, warnings, transportation, housing, and care plans do not work for everyone. People who rely on medical devices, caregivers, accessible housing, or clear communication can lose safety and independence fast. This bill tries to fix those gaps before and during emergencies. It does that by linking some federal disaster money to access rules and by funding services that help people stay in their communities.
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