CLUSTER Act Community-Level Upgrades for Safer, Threat-Resistant...
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include community hardening as an eligible use of assistance under section 404 of such Act, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to change the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act by allowing funds to be used for "community hardening." This means that money can now be used to make communities more resilient to natural disasters. This change would help communities better prepare for and withstand future disasters.
This bill would affect local communities by providing them with more resources and tools to protect themselves from natural disasters. This could include things like reinforcing buildings, improving drainage systems, and other protective measures. Essentially, it aims to make communities safer and more prepared for potential disasters.
As of August 3, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. This means the bill is in its early stages, and the committee will review it to decide the next steps. The bill has not yet been voted on or passed.
