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To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Contribution to the Asian Development Fund for fiscal year 2024.

12/12/2023, 6:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2361

Bill 118 hr 2361, titled "To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Contribution to the Asian Development Fund for fiscal year 2024," aims to restrict the amount of funds that the United States can contribute to the Asian Development Fund for the fiscal year 2024. The Asian Development Fund is a financial institution that provides assistance to countries in Asia and the Pacific region for development projects.

The bill sets a specific limit on the amount of funds that can be allocated for this purpose, with the intention of controlling the overall budget and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used efficiently. By imposing this limitation, the bill seeks to prioritize other domestic or international priorities that may be more pressing or beneficial to the United States.

The bill does not specify the exact amount of the limitation, but rather leaves it up to Congress to determine the appropriate level of funding based on the current economic and political climate. This flexibility allows for adjustments to be made as needed, while still maintaining a level of oversight and accountability. Overall, Bill 118 hr 2361 reflects a cautious approach to foreign aid spending and aims to ensure that resources are being allocated in a responsible and strategic manner. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the implications of this limitation and weigh the potential impact on both the Asian Development Fund and the broader international community.

Current Status of Bill HR 2361

Bill HR 2361 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 29, 2023. Bill HR 2361 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 29, 2023.  Bill HR 2361's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of March 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2361

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2361

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

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