Bonuses for Cost-Cutters: Increased Rewards for Federal Employees
This act increases cash awards for federal employees who report wasteful spending, leading to cost savings. The goal is to encourage identifying unnecessary expenses within government agencies, potentially leading to more efficient use of taxpayer money.
Key points
Maximum award for reporting wasteful expenses increases from $10,000 to $20,000.
A definition of 'wasteful expenses' is introduced to clarify what qualifies.
Agencies will be required to publicly report on identified wasteful expenses and awards paid.
The act aims to enhance accountability and efficiency in public spending.
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