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Disaster Relief for Farmers: New Block Grant Assistance

This act amends existing disaster relief funding to allow the Department of Agriculture to provide assistance to agricultural producers in the form of block grants to eligible states and territories. This change aims to streamline and expedite the delivery of financial aid to farmers affected by natural disasters. It means that farmers facing losses due to disasters may receive faster and more flexible support.
Key points
Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to provide disaster relief to farmers through block grants to states and territories.
Aims to improve and speed up financial assistance for agricultural producers affected by disasters.
The act is designated as an emergency requirement, highlighting its urgency for rapid disaster response.
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2023-11-01
For 43
Against 53
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Block Grant Assistance Act of 2023
Print number: HR 662
Sponsor: Rep. Franklin, C. Scott [R-FL-18]
Process start date: 2023-01-31
Voting date: 2023-11-01
Voting no: 285
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Key Questions about Disaster Relief for Farmers: New Block Grant Assistance

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 662.

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 2023-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the Department of Agriculture to provide disaster relief to farmers through block grants to states and territories.
  • Aims to improve and speed up financial assistance for agricultural producers affected by disasters.
  • The act is designated as an emergency requirement, highlighting its urgency for rapid disaster response.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Failed.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Franklin, C. Scott [R-FL-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Under the order of 10/24/23, having not achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 53. Record Vote Number: 285.

Is this summary verified?

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