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Bureaucrat Accountability: Unused Transportation Funds Returned for Deficit Reduction

This act aims to reclaim unused funds allocated for transportation projects that have remained untouched for 9 years. These funds will be deposited into the Treasury to reduce the national debt. Citizens can expect greater efficiency in public spending and potentially a smaller national debt.
Key points
Unused funds for transportation projects, left unspent for 9 years, will be automatically returned to the Treasury.
These funds will be used to reduce the national debt, potentially benefiting all citizens.
The Department of Transportation can delay the return of funds by one year if they plan to use them soon.
Government agencies will be required to report annually on all projects with unused funds, increasing spending transparency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3430
Sponsor: Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Washington Bureaucrat Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3430.

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 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Unused funds for transportation projects, left unspent for 9 years, will be automatically returned to the Treasury.
  • These funds will be used to reduce the national debt, potentially benefiting all citizens.
  • The Department of Transportation can delay the return of funds by one year if they plan to use them soon.
  • Government agencies will be required to report annually on all projects with unused funds, increasing spending transparency.
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. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Transport Public Investments Economy