Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:07Z

Explore the details of House Bill 32 Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Taxation. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 32

Bill 118 hr 32, also known as the Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023, aims to address the rising costs of school construction projects in the state of Texas. The bill focuses on implementing measures to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively in the construction and renovation of school facilities.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a task force that will be responsible for conducting a comprehensive review of current school construction practices and identifying areas where cost savings can be achieved. The task force will also be tasked with developing best practices and guidelines for school construction projects to help streamline the process and reduce unnecessary expenses.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability in school construction projects. This includes requirements for regular reporting on project costs and progress, as well as measures to prevent fraud and abuse in the procurement process. Overall, the Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023 aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently in school construction projects, ultimately benefiting students, teachers, and communities across the state.

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Current Status of Bill HR 32

Bill HR 32 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 32 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 32's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 32

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 32

Primary Policy Focus

Taxation

Potential Impact Areas

Government trust fundsState and local financeState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 32

Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023Keeping Texas School Construction Costs Down Act of 2023To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a safe harbor for certain perpetual trust funds.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 32

Lloyd Doggett

Texas(Democrat)

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