Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SSB3062

Introduced
1/16/24  
Introduced
1/16/24  

Caption

A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund.(See SF 2202.)

Impact

The bill modifies existing legal frameworks to provide the governor with increased authority to secure federal disaster assistance. It delineates specific circumstances under which the state can participate financially in disaster-related expenses, potentially covering up to a certain percentage of costs when federal grants are utilized. This legislative change is expected to enhance Iowa’s ability to provide timely economic relief to municipalities and agencies that are struggling after federal disasters are declared, thus facilitating a quicker recovery process.

Summary

Senate Study Bill 3062 (SSB3062) focuses on the financial and managerial mechanisms related to disaster emergencies in Iowa. This legislation is aimed at streamlining how the state responds to disasters by allowing the governor to accept federal grants that assist in managing the financial needs of local and state governments facing significant impacts from disasters. Specifically, SSB3062 outlines the conditions under which these funds can be accessed, emphasizing the importance of meeting the urgent needs of communities affected by disasters that cannot be addressed through other sources of funding.

Contention

While SSB3062 is primarily aimed at improving disaster response, there may be points of contention regarding the extent of authority given to the governor in determining the necessity of financial assistance. Critics might argue that the broad powers intended to streamline assistance could lead to situations where local voices are overlooked when decisions about funding and resources are centralized. Furthermore, establishing clear guidelines on how funding is allocated could be debated, ensuring that local needs and perspectives are adequately represented.

Companion Bills

IA HSB551

Related A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund.(See HF 2308.)

IA SF2202

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund.(Formerly SSB 3062.)

IA HF2308

Replaced by A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund. (Formerly HSB 551.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

Previously Filed As

IA HSB551

A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund.(See HF 2308.)

IA SF2202

A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund.(Formerly SSB 3062.)

IA HF2308

A bill for an act relating to a proclamation of disaster emergency and the disaster aid contingent fund. (Formerly HSB 551.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SSB3061

A bill for an act relating to disaster aid including the disaster aid individual assistance grant fund and program and the disaster case advocacy grant fund and program.(See SF 2193.)

IA HSB549

A bill for an act relating to disaster aid including the disaster aid individual assistance grant fund and program and the disaster case advocacy grant fund and program.(See HF 2167.)

IA HF2167

A bill for an act relating to disaster aid including the disaster aid individual assistance grant fund and program and the disaster case advocacy grant fund and program. (Formerly HSB 549.) Effective date: 07/01/2024.

IA SF2193

A bill for an act relating to disaster aid including the disaster aid individual assistance grant fund and program and the disaster case advocacy grant fund and program.(Formerly SSB 3061.)

IA SB1049

REAADI for Disasters Act Real Emergency Access for Aging and Disability Inclusion for Disasters Act

IA HB2371

REAADI for Disasters Act Real Emergency Access for Aging and Disability Inclusion for Disasters Act

IA HB4102

Relating to the disaster contingency fund and relief for school districts located in a disaster area.

Similar Bills

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