“I’m proud to lead this effort to strengthen how our nation responds when natural disasters strike,” said Rep. McBath. “The FEMA for Safe Recovery Act closes the gaps that leave women, girls, and survivors of natural disasters vulnerable to violence and exploitation. By making disaster response more adaptable to the realities communities face, we can ensure that every survivor is seen, heard, and protected.”
Support and advance the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act to make federal disaster response more gender-responsive and trauma-informed, including protections against violence, exploitation, and trafficking for vulnerable communities during disasters.
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Last Action Date Listed September 3, 2026
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Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act
Assessments
Verified evidence shows McBath introduced the FEMA for Safe Recovery Act and is materially attributable to advancing the bill as an effort. However, the latest verified action is introduction/referral on September 3, 2026, with no verified enactment or implemented disaster-response outcome as of September 15, 2026. Introduction alone does not fulfill an enactment or policy-outcome promise.