Independent and Objective Oversight of Ukrainian Assistance Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 541 Independent and Objective Oversight of Ukrainian Assistance Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/22/2024, 1:31 PM

Congressional Summary of S 541

Independent and Objective Oversight of Ukrainian Assistance Act

The bill establishes the Office of the Special Inspector General for Ukrainian Military, Economic, and Humanitarian Aid.

The office's duties shall include (1) conducting and coordinating audits and investigations of the handing of funds made available for aid to Ukraine, and (2) monitoring and reviewing contracts and activities involving those funds.

The Special Inspector General shall report directly to, and be under the general supervision of, the Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense.

Federal agencies may not prevent the office from carrying out any audit or investigation related to aid to Ukraine. However, the office is not authorized to audit or investigate the intelligence community.

The office shall terminate 180 days after the date on which there is less than $250 million in unexpended amounts that were made available for the reconstruction of Ukraine.

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Current Status of Bill S 541

Bill S 541 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2023. Bill S 541 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 28, 2023. Bill S 541's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of February 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 541

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 541

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 541

Independent and Objective Oversight of Ukrainian Assistance ActIndependent and Objective Oversight of Ukrainian Assistance ActA bill to provide for the independent and objective conduct and supervision of audits and investigations relating to the programs and operations funded with amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to Ukraine for military, economic, and humanitarian aid.

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