A bill to require rulemaking by the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to address considerations in evaluating the need for public and individual disaster assistance, and for other purposes.

# Summary of S 3895 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency) to create new rules and guidelines for how it evaluates whether communities and individuals qualify for disaster assistance after emergencies like hurricanes, floods, or other disasters. Currently, FEMA makes these decisions, but this bill would establish clearer, more detailed standards for how the agency should determine who gets help and why. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect FEMA's decision-making processes, which in turn impacts disaster victims, local governments, and communities seeking federal aid after catastrophes.

It could also affect how quickly or consistently FEMA responds to disaster assistance requests. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Senator Richard Durbin (D-Illinois) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. Many bills in committee do not advance further in the legislative process.