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DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act
7/15/2024, 11:38 PM
Summary of Bill S 4707
Bill 118 s 4707, also known as the DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a process for reviewing and evaluating contracts awarded by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for border security services.
The bill outlines specific requirements for the review process, including the establishment of an independent oversight board to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of these contracts. The board would be responsible for conducting regular audits and evaluations of the contracts to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent wisely and that the services provided are meeting the needs of the DHS.
Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to provide regular reports to Congress on the status and outcomes of these contract reviews. This transparency is intended to ensure accountability and oversight of the DHS's contracting practices. Overall, the DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act aims to improve the oversight and management of border security contracts awarded by the DHS. By establishing a clear process for review and evaluation, this bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and that the services provided are meeting the needs of the DHS.
The bill outlines specific requirements for the review process, including the establishment of an independent oversight board to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of these contracts. The board would be responsible for conducting regular audits and evaluations of the contracts to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being spent wisely and that the services provided are meeting the needs of the DHS.
Additionally, the bill requires the DHS to provide regular reports to Congress on the status and outcomes of these contract reviews. This transparency is intended to ensure accountability and oversight of the DHS's contracting practices. Overall, the DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act aims to improve the oversight and management of border security contracts awarded by the DHS. By establishing a clear process for review and evaluation, this bill seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and that the services provided are meeting the needs of the DHS.
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Current Status of Bill S 4707
Bill S 4707 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 11, 2024. Bill S 4707 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 11, 2024. Bill S 4707's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of July 11, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4707
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4707
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4707
DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act
DHS Border Services Contracts Review Act
A bill to direct the Under Secretary for Management of the Department of Homeland Security to assess contracts for covered services performed by contractor personnel along the United States land border with Mexico, and for other purposes.
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