Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act
In committeePost-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act This bill establishes a centralized location to publish information on disaster assistance provided by federal agencies. The Small Business Administration, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and any agencies providing disaster assistance must make available to the public on a quarterly basis information regarding (1) the total amount of assistance provided by the agency; (2) the amount provided that was expended or obligated; and (3) all projects or activities for which assistance was expended, obligated, or used.
Jan 15, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Passed
The Post-Disaster Assistance Online Accountability Act aims to enhance transparency by creating an online repository for reporting federal disaster assistance. It mandates federal agencies to publish detailed information about disaster assistance, ensuring public access and accountability. The bill is well-structured to meet its stated purpose, though it lacks specific enforcement mechanisms and fiscal details.