Bill Summary
The "Strengthening Uniform Procedures to Prevent the Loss, Incineration, and Expiration of Supplies Act" (referred to as the "SUPPLIES Act") mandates the establishment of standardized procedures for the disposal of residual inventory by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) after the conclusion of their programs or projects. Under this legislation, the Secretary of State and the USAID Administrator are required to create and publish these disposal procedures within 60 days of the Act's enactment. The procedures should prioritize the proper management of unused supplies and commodities—such as medicines, vaccines, medical devices, and food—to prevent unnecessary loss, destruction, or expiration. The published procedures will be made available on the official websites of both agencies, enhancing transparency and accountability in the handling of government resources.
Possible Impacts
The "Strengthening Uniform Procedures to Prevent the Loss, Incineration, and Expiration of Supplies Act" (SUPPLIES Act) could have various impacts on people. Here are three examples:
1. **Increased Availability of Resources**: By establishing procedures for the disposal of residual inventory, the SUPPLIES Act aims to prevent unused supplies, such as medical supplies or food, from being wasted. This could lead to more resources being available for communities in need, particularly in areas affected by disasters or health crises, where timely access to commodities like vaccines and medical devices can save lives.
2. **Transparency and Accountability**: The requirement for the publication of disposal procedures on public websites enhances transparency regarding how the government manages its resources. This increased visibility can hold agencies accountable to the public and stakeholders, such as NGOs and community organizations, ensuring that supplies are handled responsibly and ethically. It may also empower citizens and organizations to advocate for better resource allocation and management in their communities.
3. **Improved Efficiency in Humanitarian Aid**: The procedures outlined in the SUPPLIES Act can streamline the process of managing residual supplies upon the termination of programs. This efficiency can lead to quicker redistribution of goods to areas where they are needed most, enhancing the overall effectiveness of U.S. foreign assistance efforts. As a result, communities that benefit from such aid may experience improved health outcomes, food security, and support during recovery from emergencies.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 7307 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 7307
To require the establishment and publication of procedures relating to
the disposal of residual inventory upon the termination or completion
of programs, projects, or activities of the Department of State and the
United States Agency for International Development, and for other
purposes.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 2, 2026
Mr. Amo (for himself, Mr. Carson, Mrs. Cherfilus-McCormick, Ms.
Crockett, Ms. Dean of Pennsylvania, Ms. DeLauro, Mr. Garcia of
California, Mr. Jackson of Illinois, Ms. Johnson of Texas, Mr. Keating,
Mr. Krishnamoorthi, Mr. Lynch, Mr. Magaziner, Ms. Norton, Ms. Titus,
Ms. Tlaib, Mr. Veasey, and Ms. Goodlander) introduced the following
bill; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
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A BILL
To require the establishment and publication of procedures relating to
the disposal of residual inventory upon the termination or completion
of programs, projects, or activities of the Department of State and the
United States Agency for International Development, and for other
purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the ``Strengthening Uniform Procedures to
Prevent the Loss, Incineration, and Expiration of Supplies Act'' or the
``SUPPLIES Act''.
SEC. 2. RESIDUAL SUPPLIES.
(a) Procedures Required.--Not later than 60 days after the date of
the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State and the Administrator
of the United States Agency for International Development shall
establish procedures on the disposition of residual inventory of unused
supplies or commodities upon the termination or completion of a project
or program. Such procedures shall prioritize ensuring that such
supplies or commodities are not diverted, destroyed, or otherwise
expire without use.
(b) Publication.--The Secretary of State and the Administrator of
the United States Agency for International Development shall publish
the procedures established pursuant to subsection (a) on publicly
available websites of the Department of State and of the United States
Agency for International Development, respectively.
(c) Commodity Defined.--For purposes of this section, the term
``commodity'' means a perishable or nonperishable commodity or product
(including medicine, vaccines, medical devices, food, and food
commodities) that is procured, managed, controlled, or held in
warehouses, ships, shipping containers, or any other storage facility,
by the United States Government or by a foreign assistance implementing
partner of the United States Government for the purpose of providing
foreign assistance.
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