United StatesFEMA would set up emergency-preparedness grants for eligible colleges
FEMA would set up grants for eligible colleges to improve campus emergency readiness; the bill authorizes $100 million yearly for 2027–2031 but does not provide that money.
What it does
FEMA would set up grants of $250,000 to $5 million for eligible colleges to improve emergency planning, campus response, and support for students and staff affected by disasters. Awards could be delayed without later funding.
FEMA would report to Congress on how grant recipients used the money and whether the grants met the program's goals.
Argument forCampus plans, response centers, and coordination tools could help colleges respond more effectively when emergencies disrupt students and staff.
Argument againstBecause the bill only authorizes funding, colleges might have to wait for later appropriations before they can count on grant support.
More detail
FEMA would set up a grant program for colleges to create or expand emergency-preparedness programs. Eligible institutions include historically Black, Tribal, and other specified minority-serving colleges, as well as vocational, career, and other higher education institutions. Colleges would apply and explain how the money would support students, administrators, and faculty, and help with emergency planning and disaster recovery. Grants would range from $250,000 to $5 million. FEMA would compare applications from institutions of the same type. The bill authorizes $100 million for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031 but does not provide that money. Awards could be delayed if Congress does not appropriate funds. FEMA would have to establish the program within 180 days after the bill becomes law.
FEMA would report to Congress on the experience with the grants and how well they meet the program's goals. The report would cover grants awarded under the proposed program. FEMA would have to submit the report within three years after the bill becomes law.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 9Introduced in HouseLatest
- Oct 9Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.Introduced
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