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A bill to require certain agencies to develop plans for internal control in the event of an emergency or crisis, and for other purposes.
1/14/2025, 7:03 PM
Summary of Bill S 78
Under this bill, agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Defense, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency would be required to develop comprehensive plans for handling emergencies and crises. These plans would outline protocols for communication, coordination, and resource allocation in times of crisis.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for training and drills to test the effectiveness of these plans and ensure that agencies are well-prepared to respond to any emergency situation. The goal of this legislation is to enhance the government's ability to effectively manage and mitigate the impact of emergencies, ultimately safeguarding the well-being of the public. Overall, Bill 119 s 78 seeks to improve the internal control and response capabilities of government agencies in the face of emergencies or crises, promoting a proactive approach to emergency preparedness and ensuring a swift and coordinated response when needed.
Congressional Summary of S 78
Taxpayer Resources Used in Emergencies Accountability Act or the TRUE Accountability Act
This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidance to certain executive branch agencies for the development of internal control plans that are available for immediate use in future emergencies or crises. (Internal control refers to a process that provides reasonable assurance of achieving effective and efficient operations, reliable financial reporting, and legal compliance.)
This guidance must be in alignment with the Government Accountability Office reports entitled A Framework for Managing Improper Payments in Emergency Assistance Programs and A Framework for Managing Fraud Risks in Federal Programs.
Periodically, the agencies subject to this guidance must submit their internal control plan to OMB and OMB must submit such agency plans to Congress.
