Reduce Bureaucracy to Uplift Families Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 hr 7449, also known as the Reduce Bureaucracy to Uplift Families Act, aims to streamline government processes and reduce bureaucratic red tape in order to better support American families. The bill focuses on cutting unnecessary regulations and paperwork that can hinder families from accessing important services and benefits.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a task force to review and eliminate redundant or outdated regulations that impact families. 2. Simplifying application processes for federal programs such as food assistance, housing assistance, and healthcare. 3. Improving coordination between different government agencies to ensure families receive the support they need in a timely manner. 4. Increasing transparency and accountability in government programs to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to reduce bureaucracy and make it easier for families to navigate government services. Proponents of the bill argue that by cutting unnecessary red tape, families will be able to access the support they need more quickly and efficiently. Overall, the Reduce Bureaucracy to Uplift Families Act aims to make government services more user-friendly and accessible for American families, ultimately improving their quality of life.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 7449

Introduced on
2024-02-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/23/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
Bill 118 hr 7449, also known as the Reduce Bureaucracy to Uplift Families Act, aims to streamline government processes and reduce bureaucratic red tape in order to better support American families. The bill focuses on cutting unnecessary regulations and paperwork that can hinder families from accessing important services and benefits.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Establishing a task force to review and eliminate redundant or outdated regulations that impact families. 2. Simplifying application processes for federal programs such as food assistance, housing assistance, and healthcare. 3. Improving coordination between different government agencies to ensure families receive the support they need in a timely manner. 4. Increasing transparency and accountability in government programs to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the need to reduce bureaucracy and make it easier for families to navigate government services. Proponents of the bill argue that by cutting unnecessary red tape, families will be able to access the support they need more quickly and efficiently. Overall, the Reduce Bureaucracy to Uplift Families Act aims to make government services more user-friendly and accessible for American families, ultimately improving their quality of life.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to limit the percentage of funds made available for the program of block grants to States for temporary assistance for needy families that may be used for administrative expenses, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Social Welfare

Comments

APPROVED
AM
Aubrey McCormick
@doubanjiang_passport_potato48244
I dunno much about this bill, but it sounds like it could be good for families. Less red tape is always a good thing, right? Hope it helps out folks like me!

APPROVED
AH
Aylani Hogan
@savory_leek__taro85154
I don't like this new bill, it's gonna mess things up for me and my family. How will this affect us in the long run?

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.