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Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 1:34 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9206

Bill 117 hr 9206, the Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022, aims to increase oversight of the Development Finance Corporation (DFC), a government agency that provides financial support for development projects in foreign countries. The bill seeks to improve transparency and accountability within the DFC by requiring regular reporting on the agency's activities and financial performance.

Specifically, the bill mandates that the DFC submit annual reports to Congress detailing its investments, loans, and guarantees, as well as any potential risks or challenges facing the agency. Additionally, the bill requires the DFC to establish an independent audit committee to review its financial statements and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Furthermore, the bill calls for increased coordination between the DFC and other government agencies involved in international development, such as the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This is intended to ensure that the DFC's activities align with broader U.S. foreign policy goals and priorities. Overall, the Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022 seeks to strengthen the DFC's ability to effectively support development projects abroad while also ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly and in accordance with established guidelines.

Congressional Summary of HR 9206

Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022

This bill provides law enforcement authority to the Inspector General of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation.

Current Status of Bill HR 9206

Bill HR 9206 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 21, 2022. Bill HR 9206 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 21, 2022.  Bill HR 9206's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of October 21, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9206

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9206

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9206

Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022
Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2022
To amend the Inspector General Act of 1978 to provide law enforcement authority to the Inspector General of the United States International Development Finance Corporation.

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