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Increased Transparency for House Select Commission Expenses

New rules require special commissions in the House of Representatives to report their expenses in detail. Information on how money is spent will be publicly available online, increasing citizen oversight of government finances.
Key points
Commissions must report every expense with date, amount, and receipt copy.
Expense reports will be published online for public access.
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Print number: 117_HRES_519
Sponsor: Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]
Process start date: 2021-07-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the chair of a select commission established in the legislative branch to report each line item expense to the Clerk of the House of Representatives, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_519.

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 2021-07-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Commissions must report every expense with date, amount, and receipt copy.
  • Expense reports will be published online for public access.
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. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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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