Relief Without Delay Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2026): Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
The Relief Without Delay Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would ensure the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can continue its operations during a lapse in government funding. Specifically, it would allow FEMA to keep disaster relief, recovery, and mitigation efforts funded through the Disaster Relief Fund active. This includes obligating and disbursing funds for existing and future disaster declarations, and maintaining necessary staff and contracts to process claims and payments without interruption.
This bill would affect FEMA and individuals affected by declared disasters. It aims to prevent disruptions to disaster assistance and recovery efforts, regardless of whether Congress has approved new funding. The bill also includes provisions for improved tornado detection, warning systems, and community resilience grants for tornado preparedness, and mandates reporting on the use of disaster relief funds and unmet needs after major disasters.
As H.R. 10486, the bill was introduced in the House on September 17, 2026, and has been referred to multiple committees for consideration. Its current status is "Introduced." For the bill to become law, it would need to pass both the House and the Senate in identical form and be signed by the President.
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Timeline
17 Sep 2026
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10486 do?
- The Relief Without Delay Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would ensure the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can continue its operations during a lapse in government funding. Specifically, it would allow FEMA to keep disaster relief, recovery, and mitigation efforts funded through the Disaster Relief Fund active. This includes obligating and disbursing funds for existing and future disaster declarations, and maintaining necessary staff and contracts to process claims and payments without interruption. This bill would affect FEMA and individuals affected by declared disasters. It aims to prevent disruptions to disaster assistance and recovery efforts, regardless of whether Congress has approved new funding. The bill also includes provisions for improved tornado detection, warning systems, and community resilience grants for tornado preparedness, and mandates reporting on the use of disaster relief funds and unmet needs after major disasters. As H.R. 10486, the bill was introduced in the House on September 17, 2026, and has been referred to multiple committees for consideration. Its current status is "Introduced." For the bill to become law, it would need to pass both the House and the Senate in identical form and be signed by the President.
- Has H.R. 10486 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10486. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10486?
- H.R. 10486 was sponsored by Rep. Bell, Wesley [D-MO-1] (D-MO), with 22 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10486?
- Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Science, Space, and Technology, and Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (17 Sep 2026).
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