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A bill to require training for State and regional employees of the Department of Agriculture on the rural housing and development programs of the Department.

3/12/2024, 5:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 1989

Bill 118 s 1989, also known as the "Rural Housing and Development Training Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to improve the effectiveness of State and regional employees within the Department of Agriculture by requiring them to undergo training on the rural housing and development programs offered by the Department.

The bill mandates that all State and regional employees of the Department of Agriculture must participate in training sessions that focus on the various rural housing and development programs available to individuals and communities in rural areas. This training is designed to ensure that employees have a comprehensive understanding of the programs and are able to effectively communicate the benefits and eligibility requirements to those seeking assistance.

By requiring training for State and regional employees, the bill seeks to enhance the delivery of rural housing and development programs, ultimately benefiting individuals and communities in need of support. Additionally, the training is intended to increase awareness and utilization of these programs, ultimately leading to improved outcomes for rural areas across the country. Overall, Bill 118 s 1989 aims to strengthen the Department of Agriculture's ability to support rural housing and development initiatives by ensuring that employees are well-equipped to assist individuals and communities in accessing the resources and assistance they need.

Current Status of Bill S 1989

Bill S 1989 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill S 1989 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023.  Bill S 1989's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of June 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1989

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1989

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Department of Agriculture
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Housing and community development funding
- Low- and moderate-income housing
- Rural conditions and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1989

A bill to require training for State and regional employees of the Department of Agriculture on the rural housing and development programs of the Department.
A bill to require training for State and regional employees of the Department of Agriculture on the rural housing and development programs of the Department.

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