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Agency Accountability Act: Ensuring Public Funds Align with Congressional Intent

This act establishes new procedures to ensure government agencies spend public money as intended by Congress. If an agency issues rules that deviate from original congressional intent, its funding may be reduced. This aims to increase transparency and accountability in how taxpayer money is spent.
Key points
The U.S. President must annually report which agency rules do not align with Congressional intent.
Congressional committees will review these rules and can propose a 0.5% funding reduction for each non-compliant rule.
If the President's report is late, the Executive Office of the President may also face a 0.5% funding cut for each week of delay.
Citizens can expect greater oversight on how government agencies spend their tax dollars.
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Print number: 118_HR_4114
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Agency Accountability through Appropriations Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4114.

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 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. President must annually report which agency rules do not align with Congressional intent.
  • Congressional committees will review these rules and can propose a 0.5% funding reduction for each non-compliant rule.
  • If the President's report is late, the Executive Office of the President may also face a 0.5% funding cut for each week of delay.
  • Citizens can expect greater oversight on how government agencies spend their tax dollars.
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. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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