HELP Act of 2021

12/30/2022, 3:04 AM

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2021 or the HELP Act of 2021

This bill extends through FY2035 the special duty-free rules for Haiti. It also extends through December 19, 2035, the duty-free treatment provided for apparel articles assembled in Haiti and imported from Haiti or the Dominican Republic.

The HELP Act of 2021, also known as Bill 117 hr 6136, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide assistance to individuals and families who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

One key provision of the HELP Act is the extension of unemployment benefits for those who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. This includes increasing the amount of weekly benefits and extending the duration of eligibility for these benefits.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for providing financial assistance to small businesses that have been struggling as a result of the pandemic. This assistance may come in the form of grants, loans, or other forms of financial support. The HELP Act also aims to address issues related to healthcare during the pandemic. This includes provisions for expanding access to affordable healthcare coverage, as well as funding for healthcare providers and facilities that have been overwhelmed by the increased demand for services. Overall, the HELP Act of 2021 is focused on providing much-needed support to individuals, families, and businesses that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the outcome of these discussions.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 6136

Introduced on
2021-12-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/2/2021

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2021 or the HELP Act of 2021

This bill extends through FY2035 the special duty-free rules for Haiti. It also extends through December 19, 2035, the duty-free treatment provided for apparel articles assembled in Haiti and imported from Haiti or the Dominican Republic.

The HELP Act of 2021, also known as Bill 117 hr 6136, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide assistance to individuals and families who have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

One key provision of the HELP Act is the extension of unemployment benefits for those who have lost their jobs due to the pandemic. This includes increasing the amount of weekly benefits and extending the duration of eligibility for these benefits.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for providing financial assistance to small businesses that have been struggling as a result of the pandemic. This assistance may come in the form of grants, loans, or other forms of financial support. The HELP Act also aims to address issues related to healthcare during the pandemic. This includes provisions for expanding access to affordable healthcare coverage, as well as funding for healthcare providers and facilities that have been overwhelmed by the increased demand for services. Overall, the HELP Act of 2021 is focused on providing much-needed support to individuals, families, and businesses that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its ultimate fate will depend on the outcome of these discussions.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Foreign Trade and International Finance

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary4/26/2022

Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2021 or the HELP Act of 2021

This bill extends through FY2035 the special duty-free rules for Haiti. It also extends through December 19, 2035,...


Latest Action12/2/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.