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Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2017
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Summary of Bill HR 378
Bill 115 hr 378, also known as the Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to incentivize federal agencies to identify and eliminate wasteful spending in their budgets.
Under this bill, federal agencies are encouraged to find ways to cut costs and save taxpayer money. If an agency is successful in reducing their spending, they may be eligible to receive bonuses for their efforts. These bonuses are intended to reward agencies for their fiscal responsibility and encourage them to continue finding ways to operate more efficiently.
The Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2017 aims to promote accountability and transparency in government spending. By rewarding agencies for saving money, the bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely and efficiently. Overall, this legislation is designed to encourage federal agencies to be more mindful of their budgets and to actively seek out opportunities to reduce unnecessary expenses. It is a step towards promoting fiscal responsibility and good stewardship of taxpayer funds within the federal government.
Under this bill, federal agencies are encouraged to find ways to cut costs and save taxpayer money. If an agency is successful in reducing their spending, they may be eligible to receive bonuses for their efforts. These bonuses are intended to reward agencies for their fiscal responsibility and encourage them to continue finding ways to operate more efficiently.
The Bonuses for Cost-Cutters Act of 2017 aims to promote accountability and transparency in government spending. By rewarding agencies for saving money, the bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely and efficiently. Overall, this legislation is designed to encourage federal agencies to be more mindful of their budgets and to actively seek out opportunities to reduce unnecessary expenses. It is a step towards promoting fiscal responsibility and good stewardship of taxpayer funds within the federal government.
Current Status of Bill HR 378
Bill HR 378 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2017. Bill HR 378 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2017.  Bill HR 378's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of October 16, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 378
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 HR 378
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 378
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