CDBG–DR Automated Assessment Act
Bill Summary
Requires the use of automated assessment tools to help distribute Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds more efficiently. Establishes a system to streamline the assessment process for disaster relief funding.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 8, 2026
- Jun 10, 2026You Are Here
The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects communities recovering from disasters, by potentially speeding up the distribution of federal disaster relief funds. It may also impact local governments and organizations involved in disaster recovery efforts, by changing the way they apply for and receive CDBG-DR funding.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
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