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Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2016
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Summary of Bill S 1378
Bill 114 s 1378, also known as the Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2016, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to incentivize federal employees to identify and implement cost-saving measures within their respective agencies.
Under this bill, federal employees who successfully identify and implement cost-cutting measures that result in savings for the government would be eligible to receive bonuses. These bonuses would be awarded based on the amount of money saved as a result of the employee's efforts.
The bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a Cost-Cutting Task Force, which would be responsible for overseeing the implementation of cost-saving measures across federal agencies. The Task Force would be required to report regularly to Congress on the progress of cost-cutting efforts and the impact of these measures on government spending. Overall, the Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2016 aims to promote efficiency and fiscal responsibility within the federal government by rewarding employees who take proactive steps to reduce costs. It is currently being considered by Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans.
Under this bill, federal employees who successfully identify and implement cost-cutting measures that result in savings for the government would be eligible to receive bonuses. These bonuses would be awarded based on the amount of money saved as a result of the employee's efforts.
The bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a Cost-Cutting Task Force, which would be responsible for overseeing the implementation of cost-saving measures across federal agencies. The Task Force would be required to report regularly to Congress on the progress of cost-cutting efforts and the impact of these measures on government spending. Overall, the Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2016 aims to promote efficiency and fiscal responsibility within the federal government by rewarding employees who take proactive steps to reduce costs. It is currently being considered by Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans.
Current Status of Bill S 1378
Bill S 1378 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2015. Bill S 1378 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the Senate on May 19, 2015. Bill S 1378's most recent activity was By Senator Johnson from Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 12/10/2016. Report No. 114-406. Additional views filed. as of December 20, 2016
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1378
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1378
Primary Policy Focus
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1378
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