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Disaster Relief: Waiving Procurement Rules for Emergency Areas

This bill aims to speed up aid when an emergency is declared. It allows Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands to make purchases and issue contracts more quickly, potentially leading to faster recovery and support for residents after disasters.
Key points
In declared emergencies, local authorities can purchase goods and services faster.
Certain public procurement rules are temporarily waived, speeding up relief efforts.
Applies to Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_315
Sponsor: Del. Radewagen, Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS]
Process start date: 2025-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To waive certain provisions in the case of an emergency declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_315.

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 2025-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • In declared emergencies, local authorities can purchase goods and services faster.
  • Certain public procurement rules are temporarily waived, speeding up relief efforts.
  • Applies to Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Del. Radewagen, Aumua Amata Coleman [R-AS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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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