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Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023

3/12/2024, 7:27 AM

Summary of Bill S 180

Bill 118 s 180, also known as the Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide block grant assistance to states and local governments for a variety of programs and services.

The bill outlines the criteria for states and local governments to receive block grant assistance, including demonstrating a need for funding and outlining how the funds will be used to benefit their communities. The funds can be used for a wide range of purposes, such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social services.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for oversight and accountability to ensure that the funds are being used effectively and efficiently. This includes requirements for reporting on how the funds are being spent and regular audits to prevent misuse of the funds. Overall, the Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023 aims to provide states and local governments with the resources they need to address the unique needs of their communities and improve the quality of life for their residents. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will empower local governments to make decisions that best serve their communities, while critics raise concerns about potential misuse of funds and lack of federal oversight.

Congressional Summary of S 180

Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023

This bill authorizes the Department of Agriculture to provide as block grants to states and territories certain funding available to assist agricultural producers with losses due to droughts, wildfires, hurricanes, floods, derechos, excessive heat, tornadoes, winter storms, freeze, smoke exposure, and excessive moisture occurring in calendar year 2022.

Current Status of Bill S 180

Bill S 180 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill S 180 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 31, 2023.  Bill S 180's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of January 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 180

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 180

Primary Policy Focus

Agriculture and Food

Potential Impact Areas

- Agricultural insurance
- Disaster relief and insurance
- Fires
- Floods and storm protection
- Intergovernmental relations
- Natural disasters
- State and local finance

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 180

Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023
Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023, to improve disaster relief funding for agricultural producers, and for other purposes.

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