Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 10:03 PM

Taxpayers Don't Incur Meaningless Expenses Act of 2022 or the Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for travel expenses of senior federal officials in violation of specified federal travel regulations.

The Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 7134, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability in government spending by requiring federal agencies to report detailed information on how they are using taxpayer dollars.

Specifically, the Taxpayers DIME Act would mandate that agencies provide quarterly reports to Congress and the public on their spending, including information on contracts, grants, and other financial transactions. This information would be made available on a publicly accessible website, allowing taxpayers to see exactly how their money is being spent.

Additionally, the bill would establish a new oversight body, the Federal Financial Management Improvement Board, to monitor and evaluate agency spending practices. This board would be responsible for identifying areas where agencies could improve their financial management and recommending changes to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Overall, the Taxpayers DIME Act aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in government spending, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help prevent fraud and abuse in government spending, while opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and administrative burdens associated with implementing the new reporting requirements.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 7134

Introduced on
2022-03-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/17/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Taxpayers Don't Incur Meaningless Expenses Act of 2022 or the Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for travel expenses of senior federal officials in violation of specified federal travel regulations.

The Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 7134, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability in government spending by requiring federal agencies to report detailed information on how they are using taxpayer dollars.

Specifically, the Taxpayers DIME Act would mandate that agencies provide quarterly reports to Congress and the public on their spending, including information on contracts, grants, and other financial transactions. This information would be made available on a publicly accessible website, allowing taxpayers to see exactly how their money is being spent.

Additionally, the bill would establish a new oversight body, the Federal Financial Management Improvement Board, to monitor and evaluate agency spending practices. This board would be responsible for identifying areas where agencies could improve their financial management and recommending changes to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Overall, the Taxpayers DIME Act aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in government spending, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help prevent fraud and abuse in government spending, while opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and administrative burdens associated with implementing the new reporting requirements.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo limit the use of Federal funds for the use of the travel expenses of senior Federal officials in contravention of certain regulations, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/26/2022

Taxpayers Don't Incur Meaningless Expenses Act of 2022 or the Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for travel expenses of senior federal officials in violation of specified federal travel r...


Latest Action3/17/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.