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Reforming Government Act of 2018
4/7/2025, 2:59 PM
Summary of Bill S 3137
Bill 115 s 3137, also known as the Reforming Government Act of 2018, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at making significant changes to the way the government operates. The bill covers a wide range of topics, including government transparency, accountability, and efficiency.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) task force to review and make recommendations on ways to streamline government operations and reduce waste. This task force would be responsible for conducting audits and investigations to identify areas where the government can operate more efficiently and effectively.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency in government operations, such as requiring agencies to publish detailed reports on their spending and performance. This would allow the public to better understand how taxpayer dollars are being used and hold government officials accountable for their actions. The Reforming Government Act of 2018 also includes provisions to improve the management of federal programs and agencies, such as requiring regular performance reviews and evaluations to ensure that they are meeting their goals and objectives. This would help to identify areas where improvements can be made and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively. Overall, the bill aims to make the government more accountable, transparent, and efficient in its operations. By implementing these reforms, the hope is that the government will be better able to serve the needs of the American people and operate in a more cost-effective manner.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Government Accountability Office (GAO) task force to review and make recommendations on ways to streamline government operations and reduce waste. This task force would be responsible for conducting audits and investigations to identify areas where the government can operate more efficiently and effectively.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency in government operations, such as requiring agencies to publish detailed reports on their spending and performance. This would allow the public to better understand how taxpayer dollars are being used and hold government officials accountable for their actions. The Reforming Government Act of 2018 also includes provisions to improve the management of federal programs and agencies, such as requiring regular performance reviews and evaluations to ensure that they are meeting their goals and objectives. This would help to identify areas where improvements can be made and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively. Overall, the bill aims to make the government more accountable, transparent, and efficient in its operations. By implementing these reforms, the hope is that the government will be better able to serve the needs of the American people and operate in a more cost-effective manner.
Current Status of Bill S 3137
Bill S 3137 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 26, 2018. Bill S 3137 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on June 26, 2018. Bill S 3137's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 667. as of November 26, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3137
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 3137
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3137
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