H.R. 5393, The Natural Disaster Housing Reform Act of 2006

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H.R. 5393 would make the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the lead agency to distribute housing assistance following a major disaster if the area affected by the disaster will need long-term housing assistance of 30 days or more. Under the bill, HUD would be responsible for providing financial assistance, temporary or permanent housing units, assistance for home repair, and technical assistance following major disasters.