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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Prioritizing Disaster Relief Act</strong></p> <p>This bill allows COVID-19 relief funds to be used for disaster assistance.</p> <p>Specifically, the bill authorizes a state, local government, Indian tribe, or tribal organization to use such funds for expenses related to assisting communities, individuals, and businesses affected by and located within the designated area of a major disaster or emergency.</p>]]></text>
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