Creates a FEMA program to help U.S. territories recover faster and better from major disasters.
This bill would create a new program within the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to specifically help U.S. territories like Puerto Rico and Guam recover from major disasters. It would provide tailored support, training, and guidance to address the unique challenges these territories face, aiming for faster and more effective recovery efforts.
Today, U.S. territories often face long, difficult disaster recoveries because of unique challenges like outdated infrastructure and high public debt. Current FEMA programs don't fully address these specific issues, making it harder for them to get and use aid. For example, Puerto Rico's public debt was over $70 billion before restructuring. After this bill, FEMA would create a new program to specifically identify and address these problems, offering tailored support, training, and best practices to improve recovery efforts. This program would be funded with $50 million each year for five years, totaling $250 million.
HR 5503 · 119th Congress · September 18, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 5/10
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