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GRANTED Act of 2023

2/7/2024, 4:02 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3340

The GRANTED Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 3340, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at improving access to federal grants for small businesses and non-profit organizations. The bill seeks to streamline the application process for federal grants by creating a centralized online portal where applicants can submit their proposals.

One of the key provisions of the GRANTED Act is the establishment of a grant application review board, which will be responsible for evaluating grant proposals and making recommendations to federal agencies on which projects should receive funding. This board will be composed of experts in various fields, including business, finance, and non-profit management, to ensure that grant funds are allocated to projects with the greatest potential for success.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the grant-making process, such as requiring federal agencies to publish detailed information about grant awards on a publicly accessible website. This will allow taxpayers to see how their money is being spent and hold federal agencies accountable for their grant-making decisions. Overall, the GRANTED Act of 2023 aims to make it easier for small businesses and non-profit organizations to access federal grant funding, while also ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently.

Congressional Summary of HR 3340

Granting Remaining Applications Not Treated Efficiently or Delayed Act of 2023 or the GRANTED Act of 2023

This bill provides for the automatic approval of complete applications for easements, rights-of-way, or leases to install, construct, modify, or maintain communications facilities on federal property if the applicable agency fails to approve or deny the application within the 270-day time frame that applies under current law. The bill also establishes criteria for determining when an application is considered complete.

Current Status of Bill HR 3340

Bill HR 3340 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2023. Bill HR 3340 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2023.  Bill HR 3340's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. as of May 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3340

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 3340

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Infrastructure development
- Land use and conservation
- Lease and rental services
- Radio spectrum allocation
- Telecommunication rates and fees
- Telephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3340

GRANTED Act of 2023
GRANTED Act of 2023
Granting Remaining Applications Not Treated Efficiently or Delayed Act of 2023
To amend the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012 to provide for an application for a Federal easement, right-of-way, or lease with respect to a communications facility installation to be deemed granted if not granted or denied by the specified deadline, and for other purposes.

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