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Dormant Government Program Accountability Act
12/30/2022, 8:03 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5970
Bill 117 HR 5970, also known as the Dormant Government Program Accountability Act, aims to address the issue of inactive or dormant government programs that continue to receive funding despite not being utilized or serving their intended purpose. The bill requires federal agencies to conduct regular reviews of their programs to identify any that are no longer necessary or effective.
Under this legislation, agencies must report to Congress on the status of these programs and provide justification for their continued funding. If a program is deemed dormant or unnecessary, the agency must take steps to either terminate the program or repurpose the funds for more pressing needs.
The bill also includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability, requiring agencies to make information about their programs publicly available and easily accessible. This will allow for greater oversight and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Dormant Government Program Accountability Act seeks to streamline government operations, eliminate wasteful spending, and improve the overall effectiveness of federal programs. By requiring agencies to regularly review and justify their programs, this legislation aims to promote greater accountability and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in the most efficient manner possible.
Under this legislation, agencies must report to Congress on the status of these programs and provide justification for their continued funding. If a program is deemed dormant or unnecessary, the agency must take steps to either terminate the program or repurpose the funds for more pressing needs.
The bill also includes provisions for increased transparency and accountability, requiring agencies to make information about their programs publicly available and easily accessible. This will allow for greater oversight and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Dormant Government Program Accountability Act seeks to streamline government operations, eliminate wasteful spending, and improve the overall effectiveness of federal programs. By requiring agencies to regularly review and justify their programs, this legislation aims to promote greater accountability and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in the most efficient manner possible.
Congressional Summary of HR 5970
Dormant Government Program Accountability Act
This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance directing federal agencies to report annually on programs and revolving funds that (1) provide federal financial assistance, and (2) did not provide federal financial assistance during the previous year.
The reports must include a list of the programs and funds, an explanation of why federal financial assistance was not provided, and the amount of budget authority that is available for each program or fund.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5970
Bill HR 5970 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 15, 2021. Bill HR 5970 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on November 15, 2021. Bill HR 5970's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of November 15, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5970
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 5970
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5970
Dormant Government Program Accountability Act
Dormant Government Program Accountability Act
To require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance relating to reporting by agencies on Federal financial assistance programs that do not provide Federal financial assistance during the 1-year period preceding the date of the report.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5970
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