Disaster Contract Improvement Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6697 Disaster Contract Improvement Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Emergency Management. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6697

Bill 117 HR 6697, also known as the Disaster Contract Improvement Act, aims to improve the process of awarding contracts for disaster response and recovery efforts. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on September 23, 2020, by Representative Nydia Velázquez from New York.

The main goal of the bill is to increase transparency and accountability in the contracting process during times of disaster. It seeks to ensure that contracts are awarded fairly and efficiently, and that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. The bill includes provisions that require agencies to provide detailed justifications for sole-source contracts, as well as measures to prevent fraud and abuse in the contracting process.

Additionally, the bill aims to strengthen oversight of disaster response contracts by requiring agencies to report on the use of contractors and subcontractors, as well as the performance of those contractors. It also includes provisions to improve the training and qualifications of contracting officers involved in disaster response efforts. Overall, the Disaster Contract Improvement Act seeks to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of disaster response and recovery efforts by improving the contracting process. It is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and that contracts are awarded in a transparent and accountable manner.

Congressional Summary of HR 6697

Disaster Contract Improvement Act

This bill directs the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish an advisory working group to encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities engaged in disaster recovery relating to debris removal.

The bill requires (1) FEMA to conduct outreach to states, tribal governments, and local governments with respect to any guidance or support materials developed; and (2) the Government Accountability Office to conduct a study that, among other things, examines the use and adoption rate of advance contracts for debris removal by states, tribal governments, and local governments.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6697

Bill HR 6697 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6697 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6697's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of February 10, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6697

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6697

Primary Policy Focus

Emergency Management

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies

- Disaster relief and insurance

- Government information and archives

- Government studies and investigations

- Intergovernmental relations

- Public contracts and procurement

- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6697

Disaster Contract Improvement Act

To establish an advisory group to encourage and foster collaborative efforts among individuals and entities engaged in disaster recovery relating to debris removal, and for other purposes.