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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.

2/4/2025, 4:28 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2019

Bill 118 hr 2019, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to restrict the amount of funds available to the Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Inspector General for the fiscal year 2024. The bill seeks to impose a limitation on the funds that can be allocated to this office, potentially impacting its ability to carry out its oversight and investigative functions within the department.

The bill does not specify the exact amount of funds that will be limited, but it is clear that there will be a restriction on the resources available to the Office of the Inspector General. This limitation could have implications for the office's ability to conduct audits, investigations, and evaluations of programs and activities within the Department of Health and Human Services.

Supporters of the bill may argue that imposing this limitation on funds is necessary to ensure fiscal responsibility and accountability within the department. However, opponents may argue that restricting funds to the Office of the Inspector General could hinder its ability to uncover waste, fraud, and abuse within the department, ultimately compromising the integrity of its operations. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2019 raises important questions about the balance between fiscal constraints and effective oversight within the Department of Health and Human Services. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential implications of this limitation on funds for the Office of the Inspector General before making a decision on the bill.

Congressional Summary of HR 2019

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General.

Current Status of Bill HR 2019

Bill HR 2019 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2019 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2019's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2019

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2019

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2019

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.

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