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This bill proposes to temporarily waive certain federal procurement regulations during emergency declarations under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. Specifically, the bill would allow Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, and the Virgin Islands of the United States to make purchases and issue contracts without being required to follow chapter 83 of title 41 of the United States Code during an emergency situation. Chapter 83 typically governs federal procurement procedures, which can be time-consuming and complex. By waiving these requirements, the bill aims to help these jurisdictions more quickly and efficiently respond to emergency situations by removing bureaucratic obstacles that might delay critical purchases or contract issuances during times of crisis. This streamlined approach could enable faster procurement of essential supplies, services, or resources needed to respond to and recover from emergencies.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/315/all-info