Search Results: keywords:"political affiliation discrimination"

  • S. 5313 — To improve section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.
    Status:Reported to Senate
    Words:387

    S. 5313, also titled the “Rebuilding with Resilience Act,” aims to make changes to section 406 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. The bill requires the President to work with states and tribal governments to ensure that any repairs or...

    Simple Explanation

    The Rebuilding with Resilience Act is a plan to fix buildings in a way that makes them stronger so they won't easily break or get damaged again when trouble comes, and it says everyone should get help, no matter how much money they have or which political side they're on.

  • H. R. 1342 — To prohibit discrimination based on political affiliation in granting disaster assistance.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:166

    H. R. 1342 aims to ensure fairness in disaster assistance by prohibiting discrimination based on political affiliation. The bill proposes an amendment to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, specifically adding "political affiliation" to the...

    Simple Explanation

    In H. R. 1342, there is a rule that says people shouldn't be treated differently during disasters, like hurricanes or floods, just because of who they like in politics. This helps make sure everyone gets the help they need, no matter what their political beliefs are.