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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Diplomatic Programs for fiscal year 2024.
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2298
Bill 118 hr 2298, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Diplomatic Programs for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to place restrictions on the amount of funds that can be allocated to the Department of State for diplomatic programs in the upcoming fiscal year.
The bill seeks to limit the availability of funds for the Department of State's administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic programs in order to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. This limitation is intended to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability within the Department of State.
If passed, this bill would require the Department of State to operate within a specified budget for fiscal year 2024, potentially leading to cuts or reductions in certain diplomatic programs and initiatives. Supporters of the bill argue that this limitation is necessary in order to prevent wasteful spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in a responsible manner. Opponents of the bill, however, may argue that restricting funds for diplomatic programs could have negative consequences for US foreign relations and national security. They may argue that cutting funding for these programs could hinder the ability of the US to effectively engage with other countries and address global challenges. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2298 represents a significant effort to impose financial constraints on the Department of State's diplomatic programs for the upcoming fiscal year. The outcome of this bill will have important implications for US foreign policy and the allocation of taxpayer funds for diplomatic initiatives.
The bill seeks to limit the availability of funds for the Department of State's administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic programs in order to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. This limitation is intended to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability within the Department of State.
If passed, this bill would require the Department of State to operate within a specified budget for fiscal year 2024, potentially leading to cuts or reductions in certain diplomatic programs and initiatives. Supporters of the bill argue that this limitation is necessary in order to prevent wasteful spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in a responsible manner. Opponents of the bill, however, may argue that restricting funds for diplomatic programs could have negative consequences for US foreign relations and national security. They may argue that cutting funding for these programs could hinder the ability of the US to effectively engage with other countries and address global challenges. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2298 represents a significant effort to impose financial constraints on the Department of State's diplomatic programs for the upcoming fiscal year. The outcome of this bill will have important implications for US foreign policy and the allocation of taxpayer funds for diplomatic initiatives.
Congressional Summary of HR 2298
This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Department of State's Administration of Foreign Affairs, Diplomatic Programs Account.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2298
Bill HR 2298 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2298 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2298's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 29, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2298
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
10Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2298
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2298
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Diplomatic Programs for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Diplomatic Programs for fiscal year 2024.
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