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Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021
12/30/2022, 8:03 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5861
Bill 117 HR 5861, also known as the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021, aims to streamline the process for obtaining waivers for certain federal requirements. The bill seeks to reduce bureaucratic red tape and make it easier for individuals and organizations to obtain waivers when necessary.
The bill outlines specific criteria for when waivers can be granted, including situations where compliance with federal regulations would be impractical or unnecessary. It also establishes a clear timeline for the review and approval of waiver requests, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner.
Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to provide detailed justifications for denying waiver requests, in order to increase transparency and accountability in the waiver process. This will help ensure that decisions are made based on merit and not arbitrary factors. Overall, the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021 aims to make the waiver process more efficient and effective, while still maintaining the integrity of federal regulations. It is designed to benefit individuals and organizations seeking waivers, as well as federal agencies responsible for reviewing and approving waiver requests.
The bill outlines specific criteria for when waivers can be granted, including situations where compliance with federal regulations would be impractical or unnecessary. It also establishes a clear timeline for the review and approval of waiver requests, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner.
Additionally, the bill requires federal agencies to provide detailed justifications for denying waiver requests, in order to increase transparency and accountability in the waiver process. This will help ensure that decisions are made based on merit and not arbitrary factors. Overall, the Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021 aims to make the waiver process more efficient and effective, while still maintaining the integrity of federal regulations. It is designed to benefit individuals and organizations seeking waivers, as well as federal agencies responsible for reviewing and approving waiver requests.
Congressional Summary of HR 5861
Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021
This bill revises the process whereby a government contract awarded to a small business concern may still be awarded when ownership of the concern has been transferred.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5861
Bill HR 5861 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 4, 2021. Bill HR 5861 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 4, 2021. Bill HR 5861's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Small Business. as of November 4, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5861
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5861
Primary Policy Focus
CommerceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5861
Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021
Waiver Authorization Streamlining Act of 2021
To streamline the process for granting certain waivers for requirements on contracts awarded under section 8(a) of the Small Business Act, and for other purposes.
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