Disaster Aid Without Delay Act of 2026

H.R. 7829 would restrict the Secretary of Homeland Security from implementing policies that impose arbitrary monetary thresholds when deciding whether to obligate or disburse disaster relief funds. The bill aims to ensure that disaster relief funding decisions are not constrained by predetermined dollar limits that could prevent affected communities from receiving necessary assistance.

If enacted, this legislation could affect how federal disaster relief is distributed following natural disasters and emergencies. By removing potential monetary barriers to fund disbursement, the bill would seek to ensure that disaster relief reaches communities based on actual need rather than being limited by arbitrary financial caps. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been introduced in the House and referred to committee.