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Haiti Recovery Act

4/7/2025, 3:18 PM

Summary of Bill S 2961

Bill 111 s 2961, also known as the Haiti Recovery Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress with the goal of providing assistance to Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the country in 2010. The bill aims to support the long-term recovery and reconstruction efforts in Haiti by providing funding for infrastructure projects, healthcare services, education programs, and economic development initiatives.

The Haiti Recovery Act proposes to allocate funds to support the rebuilding of critical infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and schools that were destroyed or damaged during the earthquake. Additionally, the bill seeks to improve access to healthcare services for the Haitian population by investing in medical facilities and training healthcare professionals.

Furthermore, the legislation includes provisions to support education programs in Haiti, with a focus on rebuilding schools and providing resources for teachers and students. The bill also aims to promote economic development in Haiti by investing in small businesses, agriculture, and job training programs to help stimulate the country's economy. Overall, the Haiti Recovery Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the immediate and long-term needs of Haiti following the devastating earthquake. By providing funding and support for infrastructure, healthcare, education, and economic development initiatives, the bill aims to help Haiti rebuild and recover from the destruction caused by the earthquake.

Current Status of Bill S 2961

Bill S 2961 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2010. Bill S 2961 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the Senate on January 28, 2010.  Bill S 2961's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of March 9, 2010

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2961

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2961

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

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