H.R. 10022 aims to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to allow funding for community hardening projects as an eligible use of federal assistance. This means that communities could receive federal support to strengthen their infrastructure and resilience against disasters.
H.R. 10022 was introduced in the 119th Congress by James Gallagher (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Emergency Management policy area, one of 48 bills in that area we track this Congress.
James Gallagher is the sponsor of 7 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10022 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10022 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Emergency Management is 2/10.
Media outlets have praised H.R. 10022 for its proactive approach to disaster preparedness, highlighting the importance of community hardening in mitigating the impact of natural disasters. Supporters argue that investing in resilient infrastructure can save lives and reduce recovery costs in the long run.
Critics of H.R. 10022 have raised concerns about the potential for misallocation of funds and the effectiveness of community hardening measures. Some argue that the bill could divert resources away from immediate disaster relief efforts, leading to delays in assistance for those most affected by disasters.
The analysis of H.R. 10022, which aims to amend the Stafford Act to include community hardening as an eligible use of assistance, reveals no direct industry overlaps with the top donor industries of sponsor James Gallagher. This suggests that there are currently no apparent conflicts of interest arising from his financial backers concerning the bill's subject matter. The absence of overlapping interests indicates that the motivations behind the bill may not be influenced by donor interests, which is a positive sign for transparency and integrity in the legislative process. Voters should be aware that while there are no immediate conflicts, ongoing scrutiny of campaign finance is essential to ensure that future legislation remains free from undue influence.
Top industries funding James Gallagher, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10022 do?
H.R. 10022 aims to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to allow funding for community hardening projects as an eligible use of federal assistance. This means that communities could receive federal support to strengthen their infrastructure and resilience against disasters.
Has H.R. 10022 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10022 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10022 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10022 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Emergency Management is 2/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10022?
H.R. 10022 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on August 5, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10022?
H.R. 10022 was sponsored by James Gallagher (Republican).
