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Increased Transparency for Government Grants: Easier Access to Information

This new law aims to make it easier for citizens to access information about government grants. Agencies will be required to publish details on available funds, application requirements, and technical assistance on their websites. This will help everyone more easily find and apply for financial support, increasing fairness and accessibility of programs.
Key points
Government agencies must create easily accessible website pages with grant information.
These pages will include grant names, descriptions, application requirements, deadlines, and contact information.
Technical assistance, such as webinars and Q&A sections, will be available to help with applications.
Agencies will annually report to Congress on the number, value, and recipients of awarded grants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7255
Sponsor: Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-02-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GRANT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7255.

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 2024-02-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government agencies must create easily accessible website pages with grant information.
  • These pages will include grant names, descriptions, application requirements, deadlines, and contact information.
  • Technical assistance, such as webinars and Q&A sections, will be available to help with applications.
  • Agencies will annually report to Congress on the number, value, and recipients of awarded grants.
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. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

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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Public Investments Informatization