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A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to include information on improper payments under Federal programs, and for other purposes.

7/11/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4661

Bill 118 s 4661, also known as the Improper Payments Information Act, aims to make changes to title 31 of the United States Code in order to address the issue of improper payments made under Federal programs. The bill seeks to require federal agencies to include information on improper payments in their annual financial reports, as well as to establish procedures for identifying and preventing such payments.

The purpose of this legislation is to increase transparency and accountability in government spending by ensuring that the public is informed about instances of improper payments. By requiring agencies to report on these payments, Congress and the public will have a better understanding of where taxpayer dollars are being wasted and can work to prevent future occurrences.

Overall, the Improper Payments Information Act is a step towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Federal programs by addressing the issue of improper payments. It is a non-partisan effort to promote fiscal responsibility and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely.

Current Status of Bill S 4661

Bill S 4661 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 10, 2024. Bill S 4661 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 10, 2024.  Bill S 4661's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. as of July 10, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4661

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4661

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4661

A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to include information on improper payments under Federal programs, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to include information on improper payments under Federal programs, and for other purposes.

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