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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Capital Investment Fund for fiscal year 2024.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2299

Bill 118 hr 2299, also known as the "Limitation on Availability of Funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Capital Investment Fund for Fiscal Year 2024," aims to restrict the amount of funds available for the Department of State's Capital Investment Fund in the fiscal year 2024. The Capital Investment Fund is used by the Department of State to support the construction, renovation, and maintenance of diplomatic facilities and other infrastructure necessary for the agency's operations abroad.

The bill proposes limitations on the availability of funds for the Capital Investment Fund in order to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently and effectively. By placing restrictions on the amount of funds that can be allocated to this specific fund, Congress hopes to encourage greater oversight and accountability in the Department of State's spending on capital projects.

If passed, this bill would impact the Department of State's ability to invest in new diplomatic facilities and infrastructure upgrades in the fiscal year 2024. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to prevent wasteful spending and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used responsibly. Critics, on the other hand, may argue that limiting funds for the Capital Investment Fund could hinder the Department of State's ability to effectively carry out its diplomatic missions around the world. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2299 represents a significant effort by Congress to exercise greater control over the Department of State's budget and ensure that funds are being allocated in a responsible and transparent manner.

Congressional Summary of HR 2299

This bill limits FY2024 funding for the Department of State's Administration of Foreign Affairs, Capital Investment Fund.

Current Status of Bill HR 2299

Bill HR 2299 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2299 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2299's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2299

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 2299

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2299

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Capital Investment Fund for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of State, Administration of Foreign Affairs, Capital Investment Fund for fiscal year 2024.

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