No Delays in Disaster Relief Act
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to appoint an Acting Regional Administrator in any case in which a Regional Administrator position of the Agency has been vacant for at least 90 days, and for other purposes.
HB8695, also known as the No Delays in Disaster Relief Act, aims to ensure that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can quickly respond to emergencies. The bill proposes that if a Regional Administrator position at FEMA remains vacant for 90 days, an Acting Regional Administrator should be appointed. This measure is intended to prevent delays in disaster relief efforts. This bill would primarily affect FEMA and the communities that rely on timely emergency responses.
HB8695 was introduced on May 7, 2026, by Julia Letlow, a Republican representative. As of the last update, the bill has been referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for further review. This means the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, where it will be examined and potentially revised before any further steps are taken.
The key action so far has been the introduction and referral of the bill. No additional actions have been recorded as of the last status update on May 7, 2026. The bill's future progress will depend on the committee's review and any subsequent actions by the House.
