REAADI for Disasters Act

The REAADI for Disasters Act requires federal, state, and local governments to ensure people with disabilities and older adults have equal access to disaster services through accessible communication (including American Sign Language, captions, and plain language), inclusive planning processes, and accessible shelters. It establishes a new Disaster Human Services Emergency Fund to provide rapid support during disasters, including accessible housing, transportation, case management, and community-based services. The bill mandates that people with disabilities and older adults be included as key decision-makers in all phases of disaster planning, response, recovery, and mitigation, and requires adherence to accessibility standards for rebuilding damaged housing. It also creates training centers to help emergency management agencies better serve these communities and ensures that all disaster-related communications and services meet accessibility requirements.