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Government Project Reporting: Ending Billion-Dollar Waste

This new law requires government agencies to annually report on large projects that are significantly delayed or have exceeded their budget by at least one billion dollars. This gives citizens insight into how their money is spent and why some projects cost more than planned, potentially leading to greater accountability and efficiency in public spending.
Key points
Increased transparency in public spending: The government will have to disclose details about costly and delayed projects.
Better control over taxpayer money: Information on waste will help identify problems and potentially save funds.
Increased agency accountability: Agencies will have to explain the reasons for delays and budget overruns.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_636
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Process start date: 2021-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_636.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased transparency in public spending: The government will have to disclose details about costly and delayed projects.
  • Better control over taxpayer money: Information on waste will help identify problems and potentially save funds.
  • Increased agency accountability: Agencies will have to explain the reasons for delays and budget overruns.
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 Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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.

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