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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for House of Representatives, Standing Committees, Special and Select for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1881

Bill 118 hr 1881, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for House of Representatives Committees Act," aims to place restrictions on the amount of funds that can be allocated to the House of Representatives, Standing Committees, Special Committees, and Select Committees for the fiscal year 2024. The bill seeks to control spending within these committees by setting a limit on the funds that can be used for various activities and operations.

The purpose of this legislation is to ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability within the House of Representatives by preventing excessive spending and promoting efficient use of taxpayer dollars. By placing limitations on the availability of funds for these committees, the bill aims to encourage lawmakers to prioritize essential functions and activities while avoiding unnecessary expenditures.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for the operations of the House of Representatives and its various committees. It would require lawmakers to carefully consider their budgetary priorities and make strategic decisions about how to allocate limited funds. Additionally, the bill would promote transparency and oversight in the use of taxpayer dollars by imposing restrictions on spending within the House of Representatives committees. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1881 represents a proactive effort to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability within the House of Representatives. By setting limitations on the availability of funds for committees, the legislation aims to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used efficiently and effectively to support the essential functions of Congress.

Congressional Summary of HR 1881

This bill limits FY2024 funding for standing, special, and select committees of the House of Representatives.

Current Status of Bill HR 1881

Bill HR 1881 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1881 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 1881's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1881

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
10
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1881

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1881

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for House of Representatives, Standing Committees, Special and Select for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for House of Representatives, Standing Committees, Special and Select for fiscal year 2024.

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