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Agency Accountability Act of 2023

2/23/2024, 3:31 PM

Summary of Bill S 1431

The Agency Accountability Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1431, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase accountability and transparency within government agencies.

One of the key provisions of the Agency Accountability Act is the requirement for agencies to regularly report on their activities and expenditures to Congress and the public. This would help ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent efficiently and effectively.

Additionally, the bill aims to strengthen oversight of agency actions by establishing new mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating their performance. This would help prevent waste, fraud, and abuse within government agencies. Another important aspect of the Agency Accountability Act is the establishment of new guidelines for hiring and promoting employees within agencies. The bill seeks to ensure that hiring decisions are based on merit and qualifications, rather than political considerations. Overall, the Agency Accountability Act of 2023 is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to improve the functioning of government agencies and increase transparency and accountability in government operations. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it will help restore public trust in government institutions.

Current Status of Bill S 1431

Bill S 1431 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 3, 2023. Bill S 1431 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 3, 2023.  Bill S 1431's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of May 3, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1431

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 S 1431

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1431

Agency Accountability Act of 2023
Agency Accountability Act of 2023
A bill to require agencies to publish a reference to the specific provision of law, including any relevant statutory language, under which agency rules are proposed, and for other purposes.

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