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Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022
12/29/2022, 10:03 PM
Summary of Bill HR 7134
The Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 7134, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase transparency and accountability in government spending by requiring federal agencies to report detailed information on how they are using taxpayer dollars.
Specifically, the Taxpayers DIME Act would mandate that agencies provide quarterly reports to Congress and the public on their spending, including information on contracts, grants, and other financial transactions. This information would be made available on a publicly accessible website, allowing taxpayers to see exactly how their money is being spent.
Additionally, the bill would establish a new oversight body, the Federal Financial Management Improvement Board, to monitor and evaluate agency spending practices. This board would be responsible for identifying areas where agencies could improve their financial management and recommending changes to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Overall, the Taxpayers DIME Act aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in government spending, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help prevent fraud and abuse in government spending, while opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and administrative burdens associated with implementing the new reporting requirements.
Specifically, the Taxpayers DIME Act would mandate that agencies provide quarterly reports to Congress and the public on their spending, including information on contracts, grants, and other financial transactions. This information would be made available on a publicly accessible website, allowing taxpayers to see exactly how their money is being spent.
Additionally, the bill would establish a new oversight body, the Federal Financial Management Improvement Board, to monitor and evaluate agency spending practices. This board would be responsible for identifying areas where agencies could improve their financial management and recommending changes to increase efficiency and reduce waste. Overall, the Taxpayers DIME Act aims to promote greater transparency and accountability in government spending, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help prevent fraud and abuse in government spending, while opponents raise concerns about the potential costs and administrative burdens associated with implementing the new reporting requirements.
Congressional Summary of HR 7134
Taxpayers Don't Incur Meaningless Expenses Act of 2022 or the Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for travel expenses of senior federal officials in violation of specified federal travel regulations.
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Current Status of Bill HR 7134
Bill HR 7134 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 17, 2022. Bill HR 7134 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 17, 2022. Bill HR 7134's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of March 17, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7134
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7134
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7134
Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022
Taxpayers DIME Act of 2022
Taxpayers Don’t Incur Meaningless Expenses Act of 2022
To limit the use of Federal funds for the use of the travel expenses of senior Federal officials in contravention of certain regulations, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7134
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