U.S. Representatives introduced the SMART Act to evaluate FEMA's mitigation activities for transparency and cost-effectiveness.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Representatives Rob Bresnahan, Jr. and John Garamendi have introduced H.R. 4426, known as the SMART Act, which mandates the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to analyze and report on the cost-benefit of its mitigation activities. This bipartisan effort aims to enhance transparency and accountability within FEMA's operations.
Rep. Bresnahan noted, "Investing in disaster mitigation saves lives and taxpayer dollars," emphasizing the importance of understanding the efficacy of FEMA's programs. Rep. Garamendi added that the act would help illustrate how FEMA’s efforts save lives and protect communities.
The legislation comes in light of significant natural disasters in Pennsylvania's Eighth Congressional District, highlighting the need for effective disaster preparedness. The full text of the SMART Act is available for public review.
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Robert Bresnahan Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Robert Bresnahan:
- H.R.4426: To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to conduct a study to evaluate the effectiveness, long-term cost savings, and strategic impact of Federal Emergency Management Agency-funded hazard mitigation activities across the United States, and for other purposes.
- H.R.3428: Mid-Atlantic River Basin Commissions Review Act
- H.R.3182: To amend title 5, United States Code, to prohibit Members of Congress and their spouses from trading stock, and for other purposes.
- H.R.2989: Time to Choose Act of 2025
- H.R.2987: CEASE Act of 2025
- H.R.1556: Eric’s Law
You can track bills proposed by Robert Bresnahan on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Bresnahan.
Robert Bresnahan Fundraising
Robert Bresnahan recently disclosed $558.8K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 131st most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 60.9% came from individual donors.
Bresnahan disclosed $744.8K of spending. This was the 46th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Bresnahan disclosed $861.9K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 333rd most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Robert Bresnahan's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
