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Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
3/9/2023, 5:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 5641
Bill 117 HR 5641, also known as the Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act, aims to streamline and improve the process for small disaster recovery projects in the United States. The bill focuses on making it easier for communities to access federal funding for projects that are necessary for recovery after a disaster.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a simplified application process for small projects, which will help expedite the approval and funding process. This will allow communities to quickly begin recovery efforts without being bogged down by bureaucratic red tape.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability in the use of federal funds for disaster recovery projects. This will help ensure that funds are being used efficiently and effectively to help communities rebuild and recover after a disaster. Overall, Bill 117 HR 5641 aims to make the process of accessing federal funding for small disaster recovery projects more efficient and effective. By streamlining the application process and increasing transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to help communities recover more quickly and effectively after a disaster.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of a simplified application process for small projects, which will help expedite the approval and funding process. This will allow communities to quickly begin recovery efforts without being bogged down by bureaucratic red tape.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability in the use of federal funds for disaster recovery projects. This will help ensure that funds are being used efficiently and effectively to help communities rebuild and recover after a disaster. Overall, Bill 117 HR 5641 aims to make the process of accessing federal funding for small disaster recovery projects more efficient and effective. By streamlining the application process and increasing transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to help communities recover more quickly and effectively after a disaster.
Congressional Summary of HR 5641
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act or the SPEED Recovery Act
This act increases to $1 million the threshold for eligibility for assistance for what qualifies as a small project under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, thereby allowing more recovery projects to proceed under simplified procedures.
The threshold must be reviewed every three years.
The Inspector General of the Department of Homeland Security must conduct an audit, and report to Congress, on whether there has been waste and abuse as a result of the change in the threshold.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5641
Bill HR 5641 is currently in the status of Signed by President since October 10, 2022. Bill HR 5641 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 20, 2021. Bill HR 5641's most recent activity was Star Print ordered on the reported bill. as of November 17, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5641
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5641
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Disaster relief and insurance
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5641
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
SPEED Recovery Act
To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to increase the threshold for eligibility for assistance under sections 403, 406, 407, and 502 of such Act, and for other purposes.
SPEED Recovery Act
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
SPEED Recovery Act
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
SPEED Recovery Act
SPEED Recovery Act
Small Project Efficient and Effective Disaster Recovery Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5641
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