Enhanced Oversight for Disaster Loans
This act aims to increase transparency and accountability in the Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program. It introduces new reporting and oversight requirements to ensure that funds are used effectively and assistance is available when most needed. The changes are designed to prevent future funding shortfalls and improve the speed of disbursements.
Key points
The SBA will be required to report regularly on the status of disaster loan funds, including projected depletion dates.
If funds are low, the SBA may limit loan disbursements to collateralized amounts but must notify Congress and promptly disburse remaining funds once additional appropriations are received.
An audit will be conducted to investigate past disaster loan funding shortfalls and prevent similar occurrences in the future.
New budgeting and forecasting requirements for loan costs will be implemented to improve financial planning accuracy.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4238
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14]
Process start date: 2025-06-27