S. 4836 · 117th Congress

Prioritizing Disaster Relief Act

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Rand Paul
Introduced
2022-09-13
Latest action
2022-09-13 · Introduced in Senate

Summary

Prioritizing Disaster Relief Act

This bill allows COVID-19 relief funds to be used for disaster assistance.

Specifically, the bill authorizes a state, local government, Indian tribe, or tribal organization to use such funds for expenses related to assisting communities, individuals, and businesses affected by and located within the designated area of a major disaster or emergency.