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MAUI STRONG Act

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3151

The MAUI STRONG Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3151, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide financial assistance to the state of Hawaii, specifically the island of Maui, in response to the economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The MAUI STRONG Act aims to allocate funds to support small businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals who have been negatively impacted by the pandemic. This financial assistance would help these entities stay afloat during these difficult times and prevent further economic downturn in the region.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding infrastructure projects on Maui, such as improving roads, bridges, and public facilities. These projects would not only create jobs and stimulate the local economy, but also improve the overall quality of life for residents on the island. Overall, the MAUI STRONG Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to provide much-needed support to Maui during these challenging times. It addresses both the immediate financial needs of businesses and individuals, as well as the long-term economic development of the region.

Current Status of Bill S 3151

Bill S 3151 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 26, 2023. Bill S 3151 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 26, 2023.  Bill S 3151's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of October 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3151

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3151

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3151

MAUI STRONG Act
MAUI STRONG Act
Micro-enterprise Assistance and Urgent Investment for Supporting Trade, Recovery Operations, and Neighborhood Growth Act
A bill to direct the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to establish the Emergency Micro-enterprise Recovery Grant Pilot Program, and for other purposes.

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