H.R.5777

Federal HB5777 reimburses fire departments for expenses related to cancelled emergency service courses due to lapses in FEMA appropriations.

Federal HB5777, also known as the National Fire Academy RESCUE Act, amends the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974 to require the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to reimburse fire departments for expenses related to cancelled courses or activities at the National Fire Academy. This applies to cancellations due to lapses in appropriations. The reimbursement covers travel and backfill expenses incurred by fire department personnel for planned participation in these courses or activities.