A bill to improve accountability in the disaster loan program of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.

1/30/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Bill 119 s 300, also known as the Disaster Loan Accountability Act, aims to enhance oversight and transparency within the Small Business Administration's disaster loan program. The bill seeks to address concerns regarding the management and distribution of funds in the wake of natural disasters and other emergencies.

Key provisions of the bill include requirements for the SBA to regularly report on the status of disaster loan applications, including the number of applications received, approved, and denied. Additionally, the bill mandates that the SBA establish clear guidelines for determining eligibility for disaster loans and ensure that funds are distributed in a timely and efficient manner.

Furthermore, the bill includes measures to strengthen accountability within the disaster loan program, such as implementing regular audits and reviews of the program's operations. This will help to identify any potential issues or inefficiencies and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively. Overall, the Disaster Loan Accountability Act aims to improve the management and oversight of the SBA's disaster loan program, ultimately ensuring that businesses and individuals affected by disasters receive the support they need in a timely and transparent manner.
Congress
119

Number
S - 300

Introduced on
2025-01-29

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
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Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
Bill 119 s 300, also known as the Disaster Loan Accountability Act, aims to enhance oversight and transparency within the Small Business Administration's disaster loan program. The bill seeks to address concerns regarding the management and distribution of funds in the wake of natural disasters and other emergencies.

Key provisions of the bill include requirements for the SBA to regularly report on the status of disaster loan applications, including the number of applications received, approved, and denied. Additionally, the bill mandates that the SBA establish clear guidelines for determining eligibility for disaster loans and ensure that funds are distributed in a timely and efficient manner.

Furthermore, the bill includes measures to strengthen accountability within the disaster loan program, such as implementing regular audits and reviews of the program's operations. This will help to identify any potential issues or inefficiencies and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively. Overall, the Disaster Loan Accountability Act aims to improve the management and oversight of the SBA's disaster loan program, ultimately ensuring that businesses and individuals affected by disasters receive the support they need in a timely and transparent manner.
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Official Title as IntroducedA bill to improve accountability in the disaster loan program of the Small Business Administration, and for other purposes.

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.