Gulf Coast Region Redevelopment Commission Act

H.R. 4691, the Gulf Coast Region Redevelopment Commission Act, proposed the creation of a federal commission to lead the long-term rebuilding efforts in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The commission was designed to consolidate federal funding and oversee a unified redevelopment plan to ensure that government resources were used efficiently across state lines.

For residents of the Gulf Coast, this bill aimed to streamline the recovery process by coordinating the repair of infrastructure, supporting the creation of community development corporations, and investing in local commercial and recreational projects. By establishing a single body to manage the redevelopment budget and identify regional needs, the bill sought to accelerate the restoration of housing and jobs while providing a formal platform for local officials to influence federal recovery decisions.