Judgment Fund Transparency Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 1096, also known as the Judgment Fund Transparency Act of 2017, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the use of the Judgment Fund by federal agencies. The Judgment Fund is a permanent, indefinite appropriation used to pay judgments against the United States.

The bill requires the Department of the Treasury to publicly disclose information about each payment made from the Judgment Fund, including the name of the agency involved, the amount of the payment, and a brief description of the claim or judgment being paid. This information would be made available on a publicly accessible website.

Additionally, the bill requires agencies to report to Congress on a quarterly basis regarding any payments made from the Judgment Fund. This report must include detailed information about each payment, as well as an explanation of the legal basis for the payment. The goal of the Judgment Fund Transparency Act is to ensure that the use of taxpayer funds through the Judgment Fund is transparent and accountable. By requiring public disclosure of payments and regular reporting to Congress, the bill aims to increase oversight and prevent misuse of the fund. Overall, the Judgment Fund Transparency Act of 2017 seeks to promote good governance and fiscal responsibility in the use of the Judgment Fund by federal agencies.