RECOVER Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 8671 RECOVER Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Education. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 7:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8671

The RECOVER Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 8671, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide financial assistance to individuals and businesses that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The RECOVER Act proposes to allocate funds to support small businesses, healthcare providers, and individuals who have lost their jobs or experienced a decrease in income due to the pandemic. This financial assistance would come in the form of grants, loans, and other forms of support to help these individuals and businesses recover from the economic hardships caused by the pandemic.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to support healthcare providers by providing funding for personal protective equipment, testing supplies, and other resources needed to combat the spread of COVID-19. It also aims to improve access to healthcare services for individuals who have been affected by the pandemic. Overall, the RECOVER Act is designed to provide much-needed financial assistance to those who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and help them recover from the economic hardships they have faced. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before it is passed into law.

Congressional Summary of HR 8671

Raising Expectations with Child Opportunity Vouchers for Educational Recovery Act or the RECOVER Act

This bill directs local educational agencies to use certain federal COVID-19 relief funds to address student learning loss by distributing direct financial assistance (i.e., Child Opportunity Scholarships) to the parent or guardian of an eligible student for certain qualified educational expenses (e.g., educational materials, tutoring, or private school tuition). Eligible student refers to a child who is a member of a household with an income that is not more than 300% of the federal poverty level.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8671

Bill HR 8671 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 5, 2022. Bill HR 8671 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 5, 2022. Bill HR 8671's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. as of August 5, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8671

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Education

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8671

RECOVER Act

Raising Expectations with Child Opportunity Vouchers for Educational Recovery Act

To allow the use of unspent educational funds under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to address pandemic learning loss through Child Opportunity Scholarships.