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Restore the Partnership Act

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3480

Bill 118 HR 3480, also known as the Restore the Partnership Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of strengthening partnerships between the federal government and state and local governments. The bill seeks to address issues related to funding, coordination, and collaboration between different levels of government in order to improve the delivery of services to the American people.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a grant program that would provide funding to state and local governments for projects that promote collaboration and partnership with the federal government. This funding would be used to support initiatives in areas such as infrastructure, public health, and education, among others.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve communication and coordination between federal agencies and state and local governments. This would involve the creation of a task force to identify best practices for partnership building and the development of guidelines for federal agencies to work more effectively with their state and local counterparts. Overall, the Restore the Partnership Act aims to foster stronger relationships between different levels of government in order to better serve the needs of the American people. By promoting collaboration and coordination, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of government services and ensure that resources are used in the most impactful way possible.

Congressional Summary of HR 3480

Restore the Partnership Act

This bill establishes in the executive branch the Commission on Intergovernmental Relations of the United States.

The commission shall, among other things (1) provide a forum for discussing ways to improve the administration and coordination of federal grant-in-aid, regulatory, tax, and other programs requiring intergovernmental cooperation; and (2) identify the intergovernmental impacts of rulings by the U.S. Supreme Court on federal, state, tribal, and local governments.

Current Status of Bill HR 3480

Bill HR 3480 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HR 3480 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023.  Bill HR 3480's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3480

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3480

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3480

Restore the Partnership Act
Restore the Partnership Act
To establish the Commission on Intergovernmental Relations of the United States to facilitate the fullest cooperation, coordination, and mutual accountability among all levels of government, and for other purposes.

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