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Support for Restaurants and Small Businesses: New Funds and Aid Rules

This act increases aid for restaurants and establishes a new support program for small businesses affected by the pandemic. It also introduces new rules for transparency, verification, and oversight of these funds to ensure proper use.
Key points
Increased Restaurant Funding: Billions of additional dollars for restaurants impacted by the pandemic.
New Small Business Program: Creation of the "Hard Hit Industries Award Program" for small businesses with up to 200 employees and at least a 40% revenue loss.
Award Priorities: Businesses with higher revenue losses (80% or 60%) and smaller entities (50 employees or fewer) will receive priority for aid.
Transparency and Oversight: Implementation of regular reports on awarded funds, reconsideration processes for denied applications, and audit plans to prevent fraud.
Fund Usage Rules: Funds can be used for payroll, rent, utilities, worker protection, and other essential pandemic-related expenses.
Favorable Tax Treatment: Received funds will not be included in taxable income, meaning businesses will not pay taxes on them.
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VOTING RESULTS
2022-04-07
52%
For 223
Against 203
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3807
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2021-06-11
Voting date: 2022-04-07
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 123
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Relief for Restaurants and other Hard Hit Small Businesses Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3807.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Restaurant Funding: Billions of additional dollars for restaurants impacted by the pandemic.
  • New Small Business Program: Creation of the "Hard Hit Industries Award Program" for small businesses with up to 200 employees and at least a 40% revenue loss.
  • Award Priorities: Businesses with higher revenue losses (80% or 60%) and smaller entities (50 employees or fewer) will receive priority for aid.
  • Transparency and Oversight: Implementation of regular reports on awarded funds, reconsideration processes for denied applications, and audit plans to prevent fraud.
  • Fund Usage Rules: Funds can be used for payroll, rent, utilities, worker protection, and other essential pandemic-related expenses.
  • Favorable Tax Treatment: Received funds will not be included in taxable income, meaning businesses will not pay taxes on them.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 387.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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