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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2192

Bill 118 hr 2192, also known as the "Limitation on EPA Inspector General Funds Act," aims to restrict the amount of funds available to the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Inspector General for the fiscal year 2024. The bill seeks to impose a limitation on the funds that can be allocated to the EPA's Inspector General, potentially impacting the office's ability to conduct oversight and investigations related to environmental protection and compliance.

The bill does not specify the exact amount of funds that will be limited, but it signals a potential reduction in resources for the EPA's Inspector General's office. This limitation could have implications for the office's ability to effectively monitor and enforce environmental regulations, investigate complaints, and hold polluters accountable.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to rein in government spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. However, critics warn that restricting funds for the EPA's Inspector General could undermine the agency's ability to fulfill its mission of protecting human health and the environment. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2192 raises important questions about the balance between fiscal responsibility and environmental protection, and its potential impact on the EPA's oversight and enforcement capabilities.

Congressional Summary of HR 2192

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Inspector General.

Current Status of Bill HR 2192

Bill HR 2192 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2192 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2192's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology. as of April 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2192

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 2192

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2192

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.

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