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H.R. 8409119th CongressIn committeeLatest action Apr 21, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
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HR 8409 extends the disaster aid appeal window from 60 to 90 days for people denied or limited federal assistance.
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This bill changes the deadline to appeal a federal disaster assistance decision from 60 days to 90 days. It applies after a federally declared disaster and covers aid such as temporary housing, home repairs, and other recovery help.
Anyone who applies for federal disaster relief and receives an unfavorable decision — including a denial or a limited award — would have the longer window to appeal.
The extra 30 days gives survivors more time to gather documents, understand the process, and submit an appeal while they may still be managing the immediate effects of a disaster.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.