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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Labor, Office of Worker's Compensation Program, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1937

Bill 118 hr 1937, also known as the "Department of Labor, Office of Worker's Compensation Program Funding Limitation Act," aims to place restrictions on the availability of funds for the Department of Labor's Office of Worker's Compensation Program for the fiscal year 2024. The bill specifically targets the salaries and expenses associated with this program.

If passed, this legislation would impose a cap on the amount of money that can be allocated towards the salaries and expenses of the Office of Worker's Compensation Program for the upcoming fiscal year. This limitation is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively within this particular department.

Supporters of the bill argue that placing restrictions on funding for the Office of Worker's Compensation Program will help prevent wasteful spending and promote accountability within the Department of Labor. Critics, however, may argue that limiting funds for this program could potentially hinder its ability to effectively carry out its duties and provide necessary support to workers who have been injured on the job. Overall, Bill 118 hr 1937 represents a significant effort to control spending within the Department of Labor and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this legislation as it moves through the legislative process to see how it may impact the Office of Worker's Compensation Program and the workers it serves.

Congressional Summary of HR 1937

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Department of Labor Office of Workers' Compensation Programs' Salaries and Expenses account.

Current Status of Bill HR 1937

Bill HR 1937 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 1937 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 1937's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1937

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 1937

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1937

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Labor, Office of Worker's Compensation Program, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Labor, Office of Worker's Compensation Program, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

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