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Fostering Innovation in US Development Assistance

This act aims to enhance the effectiveness of U.S. foreign aid by promoting innovative solutions. This means taxpayer money will be spent more thoughtfully to achieve better results in addressing global challenges, potentially impacting international stability and trade relations.
Key points
Establishment of a Chief Innovation Officer within USAID to lead the implementation of new ideas and technologies in aid programs.
Introduction of programs like Development Innovation Ventures and Proven Solutions to fund proven and effective development solutions.
Increased flexibility in project funding, allowing for faster testing and scaling of innovative solutions, and enabling recovery of some funds upon project success.
Collaboration with the private sector, NGOs, and universities to leverage their expertise and resources in solving global problems.
Creation of a 5-year innovation strategy to ensure coordinated efforts and integration of innovation across all USAID programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9500
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Process start date: 2022-12-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FIGDA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9500.

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 2022-12-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a Chief Innovation Officer within USAID to lead the implementation of new ideas and technologies in aid programs.
  • Introduction of programs like Development Innovation Ventures and Proven Solutions to fund proven and effective development solutions.
  • Increased flexibility in project funding, allowing for faster testing and scaling of innovative solutions, and enabling recovery of some funds upon project success.
  • Collaboration with the private sector, NGOs, and universities to leverage their expertise and resources in solving global problems.
  • Creation of a 5-year innovation strategy to ensure coordinated efforts and integration of innovation across all USAID programs.
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. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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