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Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act

12/15/2023, 3:55 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1592

Bill 118 HR 1592, also known as the Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act, aims to increase accountability and transparency within transportation authorities in the United States. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 15, 2021.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring transportation authorities to regularly report on their financial activities, including expenditures and revenues. This information would be made available to the public in a clear and accessible manner. Additionally, the bill calls for transportation authorities to hold public meetings to discuss their budgets and decision-making processes.

Furthermore, the bill seeks to establish an independent oversight committee to monitor the activities of transportation authorities and ensure compliance with the new transparency requirements. This committee would have the authority to investigate any allegations of misconduct or misuse of funds within transportation authorities. Overall, the Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act aims to promote accountability and transparency within transportation authorities, ultimately leading to better decision-making and improved public trust in these important organizations.

Congressional Summary of HR 1592

Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act

This bill directs the inspector general of the Department of Transportation to conduct an audit of public transportation coronavirus relief spending and report to Congress.

Current Status of Bill HR 1592

Bill HR 1592 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2023. Bill HR 1592 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2023.  Bill HR 1592's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of March 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1592

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1592

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1592

Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act
Make Transportation Authorities Accountable and Transparent Act
To require the inspector general of the Department of Transportation to conduct an audit on the use of Federal funds by certain entities providing public transportation, and for other purposes.

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