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Community Services Block Grant Modernization Act of 2022

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5129

Bill 117 HR 5129, also known as the Community Services Block Grant Modernization Act of 2022, aims to update and improve the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program. The CSBG program provides funding to states and local communities to support a wide range of services for low-income individuals and families.

The key provisions of this bill include increasing funding for the CSBG program, expanding eligibility criteria to ensure more individuals and families in need can access services, and requiring states to develop comprehensive plans for how they will use CSBG funds to address poverty and support economic mobility.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve accountability and transparency in the use of CSBG funds, such as requiring states to report on the outcomes of their programs and undergo regular evaluations to ensure they are effectively meeting the needs of their communities. Overall, the Community Services Block Grant Modernization Act of 2022 seeks to strengthen and modernize the CSBG program to better serve low-income individuals and families across the country.

Current Status of Bill HR 5129

Bill HR 5129 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 31, 2021. Bill HR 5129 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 31, 2021.  Bill HR 5129's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of May 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5129

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 HR 5129

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

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