arrow_back Back to App

Support for Rural and Underserved Communities in Securing Federal Grants.

This bill aims to help residents in rural and underserved areas secure federal funding. New training programs will teach volunteers and community program participants how to identify and apply for grants, potentially fostering local development and improving quality of life.
Key points
Extending economic development support to include underserved areas, not just rural.
Introducing training for volunteers and national service program participants on identifying and applying for federal grants.
Facilitating access to funding for projects in communities in need.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7592
Sponsor: Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]
Process start date: 2022-04-26
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973 and the National Community Service Act of 1990 to provide training for certain individuals to identify and apply for certain Federal grants, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7592.

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 2022-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extending economic development support to include underserved areas, not just rural.
  • Introducing training for volunteers and national service program participants on identifying and applying for federal grants.
  • Facilitating access to funding for projects in communities in need.
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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Public Investments Local Government Economy