Bill

FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act

HB9683Emergency ManagementFiled

To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report to Congress on case management personnel turnover of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and for other purposes.

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This bill, HB9683, aims to have the Comptroller General of the United States prepare a report for Congress about the turnover of case management staff at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Understanding and addressing staff turnover is crucial for ensuring that FEMA can effectively handle emergency situations.

The report will focus on how turnover affects FEMA’s ability to provide timely and efficient services during emergencies. This bill would mainly impact FEMA staff, the Comptroller General, and Congress by highlighting necessary areas for improvement in workforce stability and retention.

HB9683 was introduced on July 14, 2026, and has been referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure for further consideration. This is the first step in the legislative process, and the committee will review the bill and may hold hearings or make recommendations for changes before it moves forward.