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USRC Funding Eligibility Act

10/7/2024, 3:08 PM

Summary of Bill S 5090

Bill 118 s 5090, also known as the USRC Funding Eligibility Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish eligibility criteria for funding from the United States Resilience Council (USRC).

The USRC is an organization that provides funding and support for projects aimed at increasing the resilience of communities and infrastructure in the face of natural disasters and other emergencies. This bill seeks to ensure that only projects that meet certain criteria are eligible for funding from the USRC.

Some of the key provisions of the USRC Funding Eligibility Act include requirements for projects to demonstrate a clear need for funding, a plan for how the funding will be used, and a commitment to transparency and accountability in the use of funds. Additionally, the bill outlines a process for evaluating and approving projects for funding, as well as mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating the impact of funded projects. Overall, the USRC Funding Eligibility Act aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support projects that will enhance the resilience of communities and infrastructure in the face of disasters. This bill is currently under review in Congress, and its fate will be determined by the legislative process in the coming months.

Current Status of Bill S 5090

Bill S 5090 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 18, 2024. Bill S 5090 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 18, 2024.  Bill S 5090's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of September 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5090

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 5090

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5090

USRC Funding Eligibility Act
USRC Funding Eligibility Act
Union Station Redevelopment Corporation Funding Eligibility Act
A bill to make the Union Station Redevelopment Corporation eligible to receive certain grants, and for other purposes.

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