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Inspector General Protection Act
5/11/2023, 3:46 PM
Summary of Bill HR 23
The Inspector General Protection Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 23, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to strengthen the independence and effectiveness of Inspectors General (IGs) within federal agencies.
The bill includes several key provisions aimed at protecting IGs from political interference and ensuring they have the resources and authority needed to carry out their duties. One such provision is the requirement for the President to provide Congress with a detailed explanation in writing if an IG is removed from their position before the end of their term.
Additionally, the bill prohibits agencies from placing restrictions on an IG's access to information necessary to carry out their investigations. It also requires agencies to notify Congress within seven days if an IG is placed on administrative leave or is under investigation. Overall, the Inspector General Protection Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the federal government by safeguarding the independence of IGs and ensuring they can effectively fulfill their oversight responsibilities.
The bill includes several key provisions aimed at protecting IGs from political interference and ensuring they have the resources and authority needed to carry out their duties. One such provision is the requirement for the President to provide Congress with a detailed explanation in writing if an IG is removed from their position before the end of their term.
Additionally, the bill prohibits agencies from placing restrictions on an IG's access to information necessary to carry out their investigations. It also requires agencies to notify Congress within seven days if an IG is placed on administrative leave or is under investigation. Overall, the Inspector General Protection Act seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the federal government by safeguarding the independence of IGs and ensuring they can effectively fulfill their oversight responsibilities.
Congressional Summary of HR 23
Inspector General Protection Act
This bill requires the President to notify Congress each time the President places an inspector general on nonduty status.
If the President fails to make a formal nomination for a vacant inspector general position within 210 days after the vacancy occurred, the President shall communicate to Congress within 30 days after the end of such period (1) the reasons why the President has not yet made a formal nomination, and (2) a target date for making a formal nomination.
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Current Status of Bill HR 23
Bill HR 23 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since January 6, 2021. Bill HR 23 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 4, 2021. Bill HR 23'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 January 6, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 23
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 23
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Congressional oversight
- Federal officials
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- Government studies and investigations
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 23
Inspector General Protection Act
Inspector General Protection Act
To require congressional notification for certain changes in status of inspectors general, and for other purposes.
Inspector General Protection Act
Inspector General Protection Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 23
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