What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 1363.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-26.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1363/BILLS-117s1363is.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 1363

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Disaster Aid Simplified: No Penalty for Declining SBA Loans

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Government agencies cannot penalize applicants for declining an SBA loan when seeking other disaster assistance. The amount of HUD assistance will not be reduced if SBA support was previously declined. These rules apply to applications made before, on, or after the act's enactment, ensuring broad coverage.

This act aims to simplify disaster relief by ensuring that declining a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan does not negatively impact eligibility for other aid from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This gives citizens more flexibility in choosing the most suitable form of support after a disaster.

Key points

Government agencies cannot penalize applicants for declining an SBA loan when seeking other disaster assistance.

The amount of HUD assistance will not be reduced if SBA support was previously declined.

These rules apply to applications made before, on, or after the act's enactment, ensuring broad coverage.

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Additional Information

Disaster Assistance Simplification Act

Print number: S 1363

Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]

Process start date: 2021-04-26

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