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Fighting Budget Waste Act

3/1/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 829

Bill 119 hr 829, also known as the "Government Accountability Office Improvement Act," aims to amend title 31 of the United States Code. The main purpose of this bill is to require the President to take into consideration the Government Accountability Office's (GAO) annual report on ways to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the government when preparing the annual budget submission.

The bill emphasizes the importance of utilizing the expertise and recommendations provided by the GAO in order to improve the overall functioning of the government. By requiring the President to consider these reports, it is hoped that the budget submission will be more informed and strategic in addressing areas where the government can operate more efficiently and effectively.

In addition to this main provision, the bill also includes other purposes that are not explicitly outlined in the summary. However, the focus remains on enhancing government operations through the utilization of the GAO's annual reports. Overall, Bill 119 hr 829 seeks to promote accountability and transparency in government operations by incorporating the recommendations of the GAO into the budget planning process. This bill aims to improve the overall functioning of the government and ensure that taxpayer dollars are being used in the most efficient and effective manner possible.

Congressional Summary of HR 829

Fighting Presidential Budget Waste Act

This bill requires the President and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to consider the Government Accountability Office's (GAO's) annual report on ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the federal government when preparing the President's annual budget.

Specifically, the President and OMB must consider the information and recommendations contained in the most recent GAO report titled Additional Opportunities to Reduce Fragmentation, Overlap, and Duplication and Achieve Billions of Dollars in Financial Benefits.

Current Status of Bill HR 829

Bill HR 829 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 829 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025.  Bill HR 829's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Budget. as of January 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 829

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 829

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 829

To amend title 31, United States Code, to require the President to consider the Government Accountability Offices annual report on how to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Government when preparing the Presidents annual budget submission, and for other purposes.
To amend title 31, United States Code, to require the President to consider the Government Accountability Offices annual report on how to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Government when preparing the Presidents annual budget submission, and for other purposes.

Comments

Khaza Davenport profile image

Khaza Davenport

954

1 year ago

So like, what's the deal with this bill? I heard it's supposed to help with budget waste or something? I mean, that sounds good and all, but like, how is it gonna actually work? Will it affect me in any way? I'm just curious about how this whole thing is gonna play out, ya know?

Jesus Sutton profile image

Jesus Sutton

784

1 year ago

So, this bill is supposed to fight budget waste, huh? Sounds like a joke to me. Who really benefits from this nonsense?

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