To appropriate funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: Troy A. Carter (Democratic-LA)April 20, 2026

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Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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.

Boosts disaster relief funds for communities hit by major emergencies.

This bill would set aside $26,367,000,000 for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund. This money would help individuals, communities, and local governments recover from major disasters like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires. It ensures federal aid is available when emergencies strike.

What Would Change

Currently, FEMA's Disaster Relief Fund relies on money set aside in previous years. If this bill becomes law, an additional $26,367,000,000 would be added to the fund for the government's budget year 2026. This extra money would ensure that FEMA has more resources available to help individuals, communities, and state and local governments recover from major disasters.

Key Provisions

Sets aside $26,367,000,000 for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund for the government's budget year 2026.
Ensures these funds would be available until spent to help communities recover from major disasters.
Marks this funding as an urgent spending requirement, which helps streamline the budget process.

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HR 8368 · 119th Congress · April 20, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10

To appropriate funds for the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Disaster Relief Fund, and for other purposes.

What Would Change

Key Provisions

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