Special District Grant Accessibility Act

1/4/2025, 11:17 AM

Special District Grant Accessibility Act

This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidance within 180 days that clarifies how a federal agency recognizes a special district as a unit of local government for the purpose of being eligible to receive federal financial assistance.

Under the bill, a special district  is a political subdivision of a state, with specified boundaries and significant budgetary autonomy or control, that was created by or pursuant to state law to perform limited and specific governmental or proprietary functions that distinguish it as a significantly separate entity from the administrative governance structure of any other form of local government unit within a state.

The bill requires federal agencies to implement OMB's guidance within one year of the date it is issued. 

Bill 118 hr 7525, also known as the Special District Grant Accessibility Act, aims to improve access to federal grants for special districts across the United States. Special districts are local government entities that provide specific services, such as water and sanitation, fire protection, or transportation.

The bill seeks to streamline the grant application process for special districts by creating a centralized online portal where these entities can easily apply for federal funding. This portal will also provide information on available grants, eligibility requirements, and deadlines, making it easier for special districts to navigate the complex grant application process.

Additionally, the Special District Grant Accessibility Act includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the grant allocation process. Special districts receiving federal grants will be required to report on how the funds are being used and the impact they are having on the community. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent effectively and efficiently. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to make it easier for special districts to access federal grants and improve the transparency and accountability of the grant allocation process. By streamlining the application process and increasing oversight, the Special District Grant Accessibility Act aims to ensure that federal funds are being used to benefit the communities they serve.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 7525
Introduced on
2024-03-05
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/7/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Special District Grant Accessibility Act

This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidance within 180 days that clarifies how a federal agency recognizes a special district as a unit of local government for the purpose of being eligible to receive federal financial assistance.

Under the bill, a special district  is a political subdivision of a state, with specified boundaries and significant budgetary autonomy or control, that was created by or pursuant to state law to perform limited and specific governmental or proprietary functions that distinguish it as a significantly separate entity from the administrative governance structure of any other form of local government unit within a state.

The bill requires federal agencies to implement OMB's guidance within one year of the date it is issued. 

Bill 118 hr 7525, also known as the Special District Grant Accessibility Act, aims to improve access to federal grants for special districts across the United States. Special districts are local government entities that provide specific services, such as water and sanitation, fire protection, or transportation.

The bill seeks to streamline the grant application process for special districts by creating a centralized online portal where these entities can easily apply for federal funding. This portal will also provide information on available grants, eligibility requirements, and deadlines, making it easier for special districts to navigate the complex grant application process.

Additionally, the Special District Grant Accessibility Act includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the grant allocation process. Special districts receiving federal grants will be required to report on how the funds are being used and the impact they are having on the community. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent effectively and efficiently. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to make it easier for special districts to access federal grants and improve the transparency and accountability of the grant allocation process. By streamlining the application process and increasing oversight, the Special District Grant Accessibility Act aims to ensure that federal funds are being used to benefit the communities they serve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance to agencies requiring special districts to be recognized as local government for the purpose of Federal financial assistance determinations.
Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics
Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Congressional oversight•
Government information and archives•
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)•
Political representation•
State and local government operations

Comments

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Committee:  Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Member:  Zoe Lofgren
Bill Update Alert:  Special District Grant Accessibility Act
Committee:  Oversight and Accountability
Vote Totals:  118 2nd 178 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/27/2024

Special District Grant Accessibility Act

This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidance within 180 days that clarifies how a federal agency recognizes a special district as a unit of local gov...

Latest Action12/9/2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 689.