Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 8:03 AM

Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021

This bill revises the process whereby a government contract awarded to a small business concern may still be awarded when ownership of the concern has been transferred.

Bill 117 HR 5861, also known as the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021, aims to streamline the process for obtaining waivers for certain federal requirements. The bill seeks to reduce bureaucratic red tape and make it easier for individuals and organizations to obtain waivers when necessary.

The bill outlines specific criteria for when waivers can be granted, including situations where compliance with federal regulations would be impractical or unnecessary. It also establishes a clear timeline for the review and approval of waiver requests, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to provide detailed justifications for denying waiver requests, in order to increase transparency and accountability in the waiver process. This will help ensure that decisions are made based on merit and not arbitrary factors. Overall, the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021 aims to make the waiver process more efficient and effective, while still maintaining the integrity of federal regulations. It is designed to benefit individuals and organizations seeking waivers, as well as federal agencies responsible for reviewing and approving waiver requests.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 5861

Introduced on
2021-11-04

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/4/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021

This bill revises the process whereby a government contract awarded to a small business concern may still be awarded when ownership of the concern has been transferred.

Bill 117 HR 5861, also known as the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021, aims to streamline the process for obtaining waivers for certain federal requirements. The bill seeks to reduce bureaucratic red tape and make it easier for individuals and organizations to obtain waivers when necessary.

The bill outlines specific criteria for when waivers can be granted, including situations where compliance with federal regulations would be impractical or unnecessary. It also establishes a clear timeline for the review and approval of waiver requests, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner.

Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to provide detailed justifications for denying waiver requests, in order to increase transparency and accountability in the waiver process. This will help ensure that decisions are made based on merit and not arbitrary factors. Overall, the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021 aims to make the waiver process more efficient and effective, while still maintaining the integrity of federal regulations. It is designed to benefit individuals and organizations seeking waivers, as well as federal agencies responsible for reviewing and approving waiver requests.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo streamline the process for granting certain waivers for requirements on contracts awarded under section 8(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Commerce

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/31/2022

Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021

This bill revises the process whereby a government contract awarded to a small business concern may still be awarded when ownership of the concern has been transferred.


Latest Action11/4/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.