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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Library of Congress, Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1915

Bill 118 hr 1915, also known as the "Library of Congress, Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Salaries and Expenses Limitation Act for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to place a restriction on the availability of funds for the Library of Congress specifically for the Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped program for the fiscal year 2024.

The bill seeks to limit the amount of funds that can be allocated towards salaries and expenses related to this program. This limitation is intended to ensure that the funds are used efficiently and effectively to support individuals who are blind or physically handicapped in accessing reading materials.

By placing this restriction on funds, the bill aims to promote accountability and transparency in the use of taxpayer dollars for this important program. It is important to note that this limitation is specific to the fiscal year 2024 and does not impact funding for other programs or services provided by the Library of Congress. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1915 seeks to ensure that funds allocated for the Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped program are used responsibly and effectively to support individuals with disabilities in accessing reading materials.

Congressional Summary of HR 1915

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled.

Current Status of Bill HR 1915

Bill HR 1915 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1915 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 1915's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1915

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 1915

Primary Policy Focus

Arts, Culture, Religion

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1915

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Library of Congress, Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Library of Congress, Books for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

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