PROMPT Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
The PROMPT Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 9384, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve transparency and accountability in government by requiring federal agencies to promptly respond to requests for information from Congress.

Under the PROMPT Act, federal agencies would be required to respond to requests for information from Congress within a specified timeframe. This would help ensure that lawmakers have access to the information they need to make informed decisions and hold the government accountable.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the process for requesting information from federal agencies, making it easier for Congress to obtain the information they need in a timely manner. This would help prevent delays and ensure that lawmakers have access to the information they need when making important decisions. Overall, the PROMPT Act aims to improve transparency and accountability in government by ensuring that federal agencies respond promptly to requests for information from Congress. This would help strengthen the relationship between the legislative and executive branches of government and ensure that lawmakers have the information they need to effectively carry out their duties.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 9384

Introduced on
2024-08-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

8/20/2024

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 Health.
The PROMPT Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 9384, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve transparency and accountability in government by requiring federal agencies to promptly respond to requests for information from Congress.

Under the PROMPT Act, federal agencies would be required to respond to requests for information from Congress within a specified timeframe. This would help ensure that lawmakers have access to the information they need to make informed decisions and hold the government accountable.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to streamline the process for requesting information from federal agencies, making it easier for Congress to obtain the information they need in a timely manner. This would help prevent delays and ensure that lawmakers have access to the information they need when making important decisions. Overall, the PROMPT Act aims to improve transparency and accountability in government by ensuring that federal agencies respond promptly to requests for information from Congress. This would help strengthen the relationship between the legislative and executive branches of government and ensure that lawmakers have the information they need to effectively carry out their duties.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to provide an explanation of benefits not later than 30 days after an item or service is furnished under the Medicare program.

Policy Areas
Health

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Latest Action12/17/2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.