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Ensuring Federal Purchasing Efficiency Act

7/21/2026, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7283

This bill, designated as H.R. 7283 in the 119th Congress and introduced on January 30, 2026, aims to modify Title 41 of the United States Code to adjust the time period associated with specific acquisition-related dollar thresholds. The bill's primary focus appears to be on altering the timelines related to certain financial thresholds within the federal acquisition process. Specific details regarding the provisions and directives proposed in the bill are not provided in the context.

Congressional Summary of HR 7283

Ensuring Federal Purchasing Efficiency Act

This bill requires the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council to adjust certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds for inflation every three years instead of every five years.

For example, the federal government uses less complex procedures for the purchase of property and services valued below the simplified acquisition threshold. Under the bill, this threshold would be adjusted for inflation every three years.

Current Status of Bill HR 7283

Bill HR 7283 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 30, 2026. Bill HR 7283 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 30, 2026.  Bill HR 7283's most recent activity was At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Burlison objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was considered as withdrawn. as of July 20, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7283

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7283

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7283

To amend title 41, United States Code, to amend the time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds.
To amend title 41, United States Code, to amend the time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds.

Comments

Emryn Orr profile image

Emryn Orr

929

5 months ago

I was reading about this bill and I'm curious about how changing the time period for certain acquisition-related dollar thresholds will impact government procurement processes. It seems like this could potentially streamline the purchasing process, but I wonder if there are any potential drawbacks or unintended consequences. Overall, I'm not sure how this bill will benefit taxpayers or government agencies in the long run. It's definitely something I'll be keeping an eye on.

Edwin Francis profile image

Edwin Francis

1,014

5 months ago

I think this bill is a positive step forward in improving the acquisition process. It seems like a common-sense change that could benefit many people. Who do you think will benefit the most from this bill?

Jerry Hobbs profile image

Jerry Hobbs

914

5 months ago

This bill gonna make me pay more taxes for stuff I don't even want! It's gonna hurt my wallet and I ain't happy about it. They need to rethink this whole thing, it's gonna be a disaster for us hardworking folks.