A resolution expressing opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks.

12/29/2022, 5:48 PM

This resolution condemns the use of congressionally directed spending, community project funding, and other earmarks to direct federal funding. It also affirms the need to address inflation by curbing federal spending.

Bill 117 sres 688 is a resolution that expresses opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks. Earmarks are provisions inserted into legislation that direct funds to specific projects or organizations, often at the request of individual members of Congress. The resolution argues that earmarks can lead to wasteful spending and favoritism, as well as undermine transparency and accountability in the budgeting process.

The resolution highlights the negative impact of earmarks on the federal budget, pointing out that they can divert funds away from important national priorities and lead to inefficient use of taxpayer dollars. It also emphasizes the need for Congress to prioritize responsible and transparent budgeting practices that focus on the needs of the American people as a whole.

Overall, Bill 117 sres 688 calls for a reevaluation of the use of earmarks in Congressional spending and advocates for a more fiscally responsible approach to budgeting. It aims to promote greater accountability and efficiency in the allocation of federal funds, while also ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used in a manner that benefits the country as a whole.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 688

Introduced on
2022-06-22

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/22/2022

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution condemns the use of congressionally directed spending, community project funding, and other earmarks to direct federal funding. It also affirms the need to address inflation by curbing federal spending.

Bill 117 sres 688 is a resolution that expresses opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks. Earmarks are provisions inserted into legislation that direct funds to specific projects or organizations, often at the request of individual members of Congress. The resolution argues that earmarks can lead to wasteful spending and favoritism, as well as undermine transparency and accountability in the budgeting process.

The resolution highlights the negative impact of earmarks on the federal budget, pointing out that they can divert funds away from important national priorities and lead to inefficient use of taxpayer dollars. It also emphasizes the need for Congress to prioritize responsible and transparent budgeting practices that focus on the needs of the American people as a whole.

Overall, Bill 117 sres 688 calls for a reevaluation of the use of earmarks in Congressional spending and advocates for a more fiscally responsible approach to budgeting. It aims to promote greater accountability and efficiency in the allocation of federal funds, while also ensuring that taxpayer dollars are used in a manner that benefits the country as a whole.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks.

Policy Areas
Congress

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/6/2022

This resolution condemns the use of congressionally directed spending, community project funding, and other earmarks to direct federal funding. It also affirms the need to address inflation by curbing federal spending.


Latest Action6/22/2022
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (text: CR S3079-3080)