Bills · HRES 1035
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House Res.HRES 1035Emergency Management
Condemning Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and expressing concern regarding proposed future staffing cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
INTRO FEB 3· LAST ACTION FEB 4
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this resolution because it highlights a significant debate over the capacity of the federal government to protect citizens and respond to crises. While it doesn't change law, it signals that a substantial number of lawmakers are concerned that proposed job cuts could weaken the country's defenses against disasters and terrorism.
If the federal workforce reductions criticized by this resolution actually occur, it could lead to tangible problems for everyday Americans. This might include longer waits for aid after a hurricane, slower rebuilding efforts after a flood, or less funding for local emergency services, potentially leading to increased costs and suffering during and after emergencies.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Condemns current and future proposed reductions to the Federal workforce, specifically at FEMA.
This formally states the House of Representatives' strong disapproval of decisions to cut jobs at a critical disaster response agency.
PROVISION 02
Expresses grave concern that these workforce reductions would compromise the ability of federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to protect lives and property during future disasters.
It links staffing levels directly to public safety and the effectiveness of disaster response across all levels of government.
PROVISION 03
Denounces cuts that would weaken the nation's ability to prevent and respond to acts of terrorism, including undermining counterterrorism grant programs.
This highlights the perceived impact of staffing cuts on national security and essential support for first responders.
PROVISION 04
Disapproves of any reckless cuts that would compromise FEMA's ability to maintain sufficient staffing, surge capacity, and institutional expertise.
It emphasizes the importance of experienced personnel and adequate resources for effective disaster management.
PROVISION 05
Commits to supporting a stable, efficiently managed, and adequately resourced FEMA workforce.
This states the House's desired outcome for FEMA's staffing and overall operational capacity.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 41
D· Mississippi
YRS IN OFFICE
33
BILLS LED
15
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
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ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSFEB 4
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
FEB 3
Submitted in House
FEB 3
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
FEB 3
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Resolution
NumberHRES 1035
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 3, 2026
Last actionFeb 4, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 3, 2026
House Res.HRES 1035Emergency Management
Condemning Federal workforce reductions that undermine preparedness, response, and recovery, and expressing concern regarding proposed future staffing cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
INTRODUCED FEB 3, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 4, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
6 min
COSPONSORS
41
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
