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Embassy Construction Accountability Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:54 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1186
Bill 118 hr 1186, also known as the Embassy Construction Accountability Act of 2023, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the construction of United States embassies around the world. The bill requires the Secretary of State to provide detailed reports to Congress on the cost and progress of embassy construction projects, including any delays or cost overruns.
Additionally, the bill establishes a process for the Secretary of State to review and approve all embassy construction projects before they begin. This is intended to prevent wasteful spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently.
Furthermore, the bill requires the Secretary of State to submit an annual report to Congress on the status of all embassy construction projects, including any changes in cost or timeline. This will allow Congress to oversee the construction process and hold the State Department accountable for any issues that arise. Overall, the Embassy Construction Accountability Act of 2023 seeks to improve the oversight and management of embassy construction projects to ensure that they are completed on time and within budget. By increasing transparency and accountability, the bill aims to protect taxpayer dollars and ensure that U.S. embassies are built in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Additionally, the bill establishes a process for the Secretary of State to review and approve all embassy construction projects before they begin. This is intended to prevent wasteful spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently.
Furthermore, the bill requires the Secretary of State to submit an annual report to Congress on the status of all embassy construction projects, including any changes in cost or timeline. This will allow Congress to oversee the construction process and hold the State Department accountable for any issues that arise. Overall, the Embassy Construction Accountability Act of 2023 seeks to improve the oversight and management of embassy construction projects to ensure that they are completed on time and within budget. By increasing transparency and accountability, the bill aims to protect taxpayer dollars and ensure that U.S. embassies are built in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Current Status of Bill HR 1186
Bill HR 1186 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1186 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2023. Bill HR 1186's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 24, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1186
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 1186
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1186
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