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Support for Grandparents, Seismic Safety, Veteran Tax Relief, and Nonprofit Grants.

This act introduces several changes aimed at improving citizens' lives. It establishes a task force to support grandparents raising grandchildren, enhances earthquake safety, facilitates small business loan repayments, and provides tax refunds for veterans' severance pay. Additionally, it boosts security for non-profit organizations and studies barriers in cancer clinical trials.
Key points
Establishes a Federal Task Force to Support Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, identifying and disseminating resources and best practices, and addressing their needs.
Strengthens the earthquake hazards reduction program, including developing early warning systems and improving infrastructure resilience.
Facilitates small business loan repayments by setting a minimum 5-year maturity for loans with remaining balances after forgiveness.
Restores improperly withheld tax amounts from severance payments to veterans with combat-related injuries, extending the claim period.
Establishes a Nonprofit Security Grant Program to provide funding for target hardening and security enhancements against terrorist attacks.
Mandates a study on barriers to participation in federally funded cancer clinical trials for underrepresented populations.
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Print number: 118_HR_626
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10]
Process start date: 2023-01-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Breaking the Gridlock Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_626.

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 2023-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a Federal Task Force to Support Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, identifying and disseminating resources and best practices, and addressing their needs.
  • Strengthens the earthquake hazards reduction program, including developing early warning systems and improving infrastructure resilience.
  • Facilitates small business loan repayments by setting a minimum 5-year maturity for loans with remaining balances after forgiveness.
  • Restores improperly withheld tax amounts from severance payments to veterans with combat-related injuries, extending the claim period.
  • Establishes a Nonprofit Security Grant Program to provide funding for target hardening and security enhancements against terrorist attacks.
  • Mandates a study on barriers to participation in federally funded cancer clinical trials for underrepresented populations.
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. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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