Congress·In Committee·H.R. 9683

FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act

FEMA: Tracking Staff Turnover

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While the bill has support from both parties in North Carolina, many bills that only ask for reports struggle to get a full vote in the House.

This bill requires a government watchdog to investigate why so many FEMA caseworkers leave their jobs. It asks for a detailed report on how long these employees stay and what the agency is doing to keep them from quitting.
The study will look at how often staff are moved around during disasters. It will track full-time, part-time, and temporary workers to see how these rotations affect their ability to help people after a crisis.
The goal is to improve how FEMA manages its workers so that families getting disaster aid do not have to deal with constantly changing caseworkers. The report must be finished within six months of the bill becoming law.
This information will help Congress decide if FEMA needs new rules or more money to keep its staff stable. It focuses on making sure the people who help after hurricanes or fires are experienced and available when needed.

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Jul 14, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Jul 14, 2026

Introduced in House

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Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

FEMA Caseworker Accountability Act

Bill NumberHR 9683

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

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