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A resolution expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.
3/26/2024, 4:13 AM
Summary of Bill SRES 580
Bill 118 S.Res. 580 is a resolution that expresses opposition to congressional spending on earmarks. Earmarks are specific provisions in legislation that allocate funds for 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 that earmarks can have on the federal budget, as they can divert funds away from more pressing national priorities. It also emphasizes the potential for earmarks to be used as a tool for political gain, rather than for the public good.
Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 580 calls for a halt to congressional spending on earmarks in order to promote fiscal responsibility and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively.
The resolution highlights the negative impact that earmarks can have on the federal budget, as they can divert funds away from more pressing national priorities. It also emphasizes the potential for earmarks to be used as a tool for political gain, rather than for the public good.
Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 580 calls for a halt to congressional spending on earmarks in order to promote fiscal responsibility and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively.
Congressional Summary of SRES 580
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.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 580
Bill SRES 580 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 7, 2024. Bill SRES 580 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 7, 2024. Bill SRES 580's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2281; text: CR S2281) as of March 7, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 580
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
16Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 580
Primary Policy Focus
CongressAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 580
A resolution expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.
A resolution expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.
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