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Disaster Assistance Simplification Act

3/13/2024, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill S 2845

Bill 118 s 2845, also known as the Disaster Assistance Simplification Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to streamline and simplify the process for individuals and communities to receive disaster assistance from the federal government.

One key aspect of the bill is the creation of a single application process for all types of disaster assistance programs. This would eliminate the need for individuals to fill out multiple forms for different types of assistance, making the process more efficient and less burdensome for those in need.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies involved in disaster response and recovery efforts. This would help ensure that assistance is delivered in a timely and effective manner to those affected by disasters. Furthermore, the Disaster Assistance Simplification Act includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the disaster assistance process. This would help prevent fraud and abuse of federal funds, ensuring that resources are directed to those who truly need them. Overall, the bill seeks to make it easier for individuals and communities to access the assistance they need in the aftermath of a disaster, while also improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the federal government's response efforts.

Current Status of Bill S 2845

Bill S 2845 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2023. Bill S 2845 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 19, 2023.  Bill S 2845's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of September 19, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2845

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 2845

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact Areas

- Disaster relief and insurance
- Government lending and loan guarantees
- Housing and community development funding
- Small business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2845

Disaster Assistance Simplification Act
Disaster Assistance Simplification Act
A bill to prohibit recipients of disaster recovery relief assistance from the Department of Housing and Urban Development from penalizing applicants that declined assistance from the Small Business Administration.

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