This bill amends federal disaster assistance rules to make it easier for rural counties to qualify for federal aid. Specifically, it changes how the government measures disaster damage in counties where most land is not subject to property taxes, such as counties with significant federal or tribal lands. For these counties, the bill reduces by half the amount of damage needed to qualify for federal assistance based on per capita calculations. The legislation affects rural areas, particularly those with limited taxable property bases, by giving them a fairer path to accessing federal disaster recovery funds. The bill was introduced in October 2026 and referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, with no specific funding or implementation timeline specified in the text provided.