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Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act

12/29/2022, 12:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9053

Bill 117 hr 9053, also known as the Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at providing support and resources for the recovery and rebuilding efforts in Puerto Rico following the devastation caused by natural disasters such as hurricanes.

The bill focuses on empowering local communities in Puerto Rico to take the lead in the recovery process by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to rebuild their infrastructure, homes, and economy. It emphasizes the importance of community-driven solutions and collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies to ensure a comprehensive and effective recovery effort.

Some key provisions of the bill include funding for infrastructure projects, housing assistance programs, economic development initiatives, and environmental restoration efforts. It also includes measures to improve access to healthcare services, education, and job training programs for residents of Puerto Rico. Overall, the Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act aims to support the long-term recovery and resilience of Puerto Rico by empowering local communities and providing them with the resources they need to rebuild and thrive in the aftermath of natural disasters.

Congressional Summary of HR 9053

Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act

This bill establishes an Office for Equitable, Transparent, and Accountable Puerto Rico Reconstruction which shall be headed by a Puerto Rico Civil Society Task Force.

The task force shall be an independent federal entity established to ensure accountability of and local oversight over reconstruction efforts in Puerto Rico.

The office shall be funded by the administrative portion of the estimated Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery disbursements for Puerto Rico.

Current Status of Bill HR 9053

Bill HR 9053 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2022. Bill HR 9053 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2022.  Bill HR 9053's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. as of September 30, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9053

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 9053

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9053

Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act
Community Driven Recovery for Puerto Rico Act
To establish the Office for the Equitable, Transparent, and Accountable Puerto Rico Reconstruction, and for other purposes.

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