Providing Resources for Emergency Preparedness and Resilient Enterprises Act (H.R.2966 / S.1370)
The PREPARE Act would reestablish and strengthen the Small Business Administration (SBA)’s Pre-Disaster Mitigation loan program. This program would provide loans of up to $500,000 to shield property, machinery, supplies, and inventory from damage caused by natural hazards. The proposed legislation would specifically instruct SBA to do extensive outreach and offer technical assistance for small […]
Disaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2023 (H.R.1796)
In the wake of major floods, survivors face considerable challenges navigating federal recovery programs from across more than 30 government entities, making it difficult to access support for serious needs such as temporary housing and property repair or replacement. The Disaster Survivors Fairness Act would implement a number of longstanding recommendations to simplify the recovery […]
Making Access To Cleanup Happen Act of 2023 (S.757 / H.R.1670)
The Making Access To Cleanup Happen (MATCH) Act of 2023 would allow communities to begin pre-approved watershed rehabilitation activities promptly after a disaster without forfeiting their eligibility for federal assistance, speeding up the cleanup process and reducing the risk of further flooding. Currently, to maintain eligibility for disaster assistance under the U.S. Department of Agriculture […]
Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023 (S.98)
The Agriculture Innovation Act of 2023 would strengthen agricultural data collection and distribution to connect farmers, ranchers, and foresters with the most effective conservation practices that enhance productivity, profitability, and flood resilience. Improved data would also help U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) technical assistance programs monitor the performance of conservation practices over time, allowing field […]
