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Department of Veterans Affairs Budget Planning Reform Act of 2015
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Summary of Bill HR 216
Bill 114 hr 216, also known as the Department of Veterans Affairs Budget Planning Reform Act of 2015, aims to improve the budget planning process within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in January 2015.
The main goal of this legislation is to enhance transparency and accountability in the VA's budget planning procedures. It requires the VA to submit a detailed budget justification to Congress each year, outlining how the department plans to allocate its funds and achieve its goals. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively to support our nation's veterans.
Additionally, the bill requires the VA to provide regular updates to Congress on its budget execution and performance measures. This will allow lawmakers to closely monitor the department's progress and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that veterans are receiving the care and support they deserve. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Budget Planning Reform Act of 2015 seeks to promote greater oversight and accountability within the VA's budget planning process, ultimately leading to better outcomes for our nation's veterans.
The main goal of this legislation is to enhance transparency and accountability in the VA's budget planning procedures. It requires the VA to submit a detailed budget justification to Congress each year, outlining how the department plans to allocate its funds and achieve its goals. This will help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively to support our nation's veterans.
Additionally, the bill requires the VA to provide regular updates to Congress on its budget execution and performance measures. This will allow lawmakers to closely monitor the department's progress and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that veterans are receiving the care and support they deserve. Overall, the Department of Veterans Affairs Budget Planning Reform Act of 2015 seeks to promote greater oversight and accountability within the VA's budget planning process, ultimately leading to better outcomes for our nation's veterans.
Current Status of Bill HR 216
Bill HR 216 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 8, 2015. Bill HR 216 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on January 8, 2015. Bill HR 216's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 25, 2015
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 216
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 216
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 216
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