Helps local groups abroad get more direct U.S. aid for development and disaster relief.
This bill would make it easier for local groups in other countries to get direct U.S. aid for development and disaster relief. It would simplify how these local partners apply for and manage funds, allowing them to lead projects that better fit their community's needs.
Today, the U.S. government aims to work with local partners. However, specific rules and policies to fully support locally led development, simplify access, and increase direct funding may not be fully in place. After this bill, the main U.S. foreign assistance agency would be required to create new policies within 180 days. These policies would make it easier for local groups to get U.S. aid directly. This includes allowing applications in local languages and increasing overhead cost recovery by 5 percentage points. It also involves setting aside up to 10 percent of the agency's budget for local-only contracts, with each contract capped at $25,000,000.
HR 6196 · 119th Congress · November 20, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 9/10
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