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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Loans Program Account for fiscal year 2024.

2/5/2024, 11:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2284

Bill 118 hr 2284, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for USDA Rural Utilities Service Loans Program Account for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to place restrictions on the amount of funds available for the US Department of Agriculture's Rural Utilities Service (RUS) loans program for the fiscal year 2024.

The RUS loans program provides financial assistance to rural communities for the development of essential infrastructure, such as electrification and telecommunications services. This bill seeks to limit the amount of funds that can be allocated to this program in order to control government spending and ensure that funds are being used efficiently.

If passed, this bill would impact the availability of funds for rural electrification and telecommunications projects in underserved areas across the country. Supporters argue that this limitation is necessary to prevent wasteful spending and prioritize funding for other important government programs. Opponents of the bill may argue that limiting funds for the RUS loans program could hinder the development of essential infrastructure in rural communities and negatively impact economic growth in these areas. They may also argue that cutting funding for these programs could disproportionately affect low-income and minority communities that rely on these services. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2284 raises important questions about government spending priorities and the allocation of funds for essential infrastructure projects in rural America. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts of this bill on rural communities and the overall economy before making a decision on its passage.

Congressional Summary of HR 2284

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Rural Utilities Service's Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Loans Program account.

Current Status of Bill HR 2284

Bill HR 2284 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2284 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2284's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development. as of May 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2284

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2284

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2284

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Loans Program Account for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Rural Utilities Service, Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Loans Program Account for fiscal year 2024.

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