What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 4832.
Stable Funding for Native American Programs: Health and Education
This act aims to provide more stable funding for key programs benefiting Native American communities, including healthcare and education. By allowing advance appropriations, funds for these purposes will be planned ahead, helping to prevent service disruptions and improve quality. Citizens can expect greater predictability in accessing these vital services.
Key points
The act introduces the ability to plan budgets in advance for the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Indian Health Service (IHS), meaning funds for their operations will be available ahead of time.
Changes cover funding for operations, contract support, loan programs, construction, and tribal lease payments within BIA and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE).
For IHS, advance funding will include health services, contract support costs, tribal lease payments, and health facilities.
Agencies are required to submit detailed estimates of necessary funds for the subsequent fiscal year to Congress, enhancing transparency and planning.
Agencies will also submit annual reports on resource sufficiency, ensuring programs are adequately funded and meet community needs.
Status:
Expired
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