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Bill Cost Transparency: Mandatory Reading of Budget Estimates

New rules in the U.S. House of Representatives require that after a bill's title is read, its estimated cost must be immediately announced. This provides citizens with instant access to information about potential expenditures related to new laws, increasing transparency in the legislative process and making it easier to assess the impact on public finances.
Key points
After a bill's title, the House Clerk must read its estimated cost.
This aims to increase transparency and public awareness of the financial implications of new legislation.
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Print number: 118_HRES_952
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Process start date: 2024-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the Clerk to read the Congressional Budget Office cost estimate of any bill immediately after the reading of the title of the bill.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_952.

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 2024-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • After a bill's title, the House Clerk must read its estimated cost.
  • This aims to increase transparency and public awareness of the financial implications of new legislation.
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. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2].

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 2025-12-24.

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