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House calls for cuts to Pentagon budget and tackling wasteful spending

This document expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that vast Pentagon spending is wasteful and does not increase citizen security. It highlights the lack of audits, provides examples of inefficient taxpayer money use, and suggests these funds could be better used for domestic needs like health or education.
Key points
Pentagon spending has significantly increased since 2001 but hasn't resulted in greater security.
The Pentagon has failed financial audits for years, indicating issues with managing taxpayer money.
The document lists numerous examples of waste and inefficiency in defense spending.
It suggests significant defense budget cuts (up to $350 billion annually) are possible and would allow investment in domestic programs.
Calls for greater transparency, oversight, and accountability in Department of Defense spending.
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Print number: 117_HRES_476
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2021-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding wasteful Pentagon spending and supporting cuts to the bloated defense budget.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_476.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Pentagon spending has significantly increased since 2001 but hasn't resulted in greater security.
  • The Pentagon has failed financial audits for years, indicating issues with managing taxpayer money.
  • The document lists numerous examples of waste and inefficiency in defense spending.
  • It suggests significant defense budget cuts (up to $350 billion annually) are possible and would allow investment in domestic programs.
  • Calls for greater transparency, oversight, and accountability in Department of Defense spending.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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