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Stop Disincentivizing Work Act

12/30/2022, 4:19 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6554

Bill 117 HR 6554, also known as the Stop Disincentivizing Work Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address concerns about government assistance programs creating disincentives for individuals to work.

The bill aims to achieve this goal by implementing several key provisions. One of the main provisions of the Stop Disincentivizing Work Act is to establish a commission to study the impact of government assistance programs on workforce participation. This commission would be tasked with analyzing data and making recommendations to Congress on how to address any disincentives to work that may exist.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in government assistance programs. This includes requiring regular reporting on the effectiveness of these programs in promoting workforce participation and ensuring that funds are being used efficiently. Overall, the Stop Disincentivizing Work Act is aimed at addressing concerns about government assistance programs potentially discouraging individuals from seeking employment. By establishing a commission to study this issue and increasing transparency and accountability in these programs, the bill seeks to promote workforce participation and economic independence.

Congressional Summary of HR 6554

Stop Disincentivizing Work Act

This bill prohibits the use of funding available through specified federal COVID-19 relief laws and appropriations acts for recurring cash assistance programs to individuals or households.

Current Status of Bill HR 6554

Bill HR 6554 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2022. Bill HR 6554 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2022.  Bill HR 6554's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of February 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6554

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6554

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Appropriations
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Executive agency funding and structure
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Poverty and welfare assistance
- Unemployment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6554

Stop Disincentivizing Work Act
Stop Disincentivizing Work Act
To prohibit certain Federal funding from being used for certain cash assistance programs.

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