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A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program to provide to rural communities technical assistance in recovering from disasters, and for other purposes.

6/6/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4480

Bill 118 s 4480, also known as the Rural Disaster Recovery Act, aims to assist rural communities in recovering from disasters by establishing a program under the Department of Agriculture. The program will provide technical assistance to rural areas that have been affected by natural disasters such as hurricanes, wildfires, and floods.

The bill recognizes the unique challenges that rural communities face in recovering from disasters, including limited resources and infrastructure. By providing technical assistance, the program will help these communities navigate the recovery process more effectively and efficiently.

In addition to disaster recovery assistance, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to rural communities. This may include support for economic development, infrastructure improvements, and other initiatives to help rural areas thrive. Overall, the Rural Disaster Recovery Act seeks to address the specific needs of rural communities in the aftermath of disasters and provide them with the support they need to rebuild and recover.

Current Status of Bill S 4480

Bill S 4480 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2024. Bill S 4480 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 5, 2024.  Bill S 4480's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. as of June 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4480

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4480

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4480

A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program to provide to rural communities technical assistance in recovering from disasters, and for other purposes.
A bill to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a program to provide to rural communities technical assistance in recovering from disasters, and for other purposes.

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