Lets disaster victims get more aid without other help counting against federal benefits.
This bill, called the "Don't Penalize Victims Act," would change how federal disaster aid is handled. It would ensure that aid from charities or insurance does not automatically reduce federal disaster money. This could mean more overall help for people recovering from disasters.
Today, federal disaster aid rules consider money from "any other source" when deciding if someone is getting too much help. This means aid from charities or insurance can reduce the federal benefits a person receives. If this bill becomes law, these "other sources" would no longer automatically count against federal disaster benefits. This could allow people to receive more comprehensive assistance.
HR 2254 · 119th Congress · March 21, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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