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Redirecting Foreign Aid Funds for US Hurricane Relief

This act redirects funds previously allocated for foreign assistance to support victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton within the United States. This means money intended for overseas development and operations will now be used for domestic disaster relief and recovery. It may impact the availability of funds for international aid programs but will increase support for affected US citizens.
Key points
Prohibits the use of federal funds for specific foreign assistance programs.
Unspent foreign aid funds will be transferred to assist victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the US.
Increased financial support for domestic disaster-stricken areas.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10309
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
Process start date: 2024-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Build America First Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10309.

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 2024-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of federal funds for specific foreign assistance programs.
  • Unspent foreign aid funds will be transferred to assist victims of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the US.
  • Increased financial support for domestic disaster-stricken areas.
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. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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