US Congress Funding 2024: Budget and Spending Rules
This act sets the budget and spending rules for the House of Representatives, Senate, Capitol Police, Library of Congress, and other legislative agencies for fiscal year 2024. It covers salaries, office expenses, internship programs, and building maintenance, impacting government efficiency and public service availability.
Key points
Funds for salaries and office expenses for Members of Congress and their staff, including internship programs, which can affect the quality of public service.
Funding for the Capitol Police, directly impacting the security of the Capitol and its occupants.
Support for the Library of Congress, including educational and digitization programs, enhancing access to knowledge and history for all citizens.
Rules on spending, including a ban on funding pornography on computer networks and restrictions on purchasing telecommunications equipment from high-risk companies, affecting data security and public morality.
Prohibition of cost-of-living adjustments for Members of Congress in fiscal year 2024, impacting public finances.
2023-11-01
For
214
Against
197
Abstain
0
Full voting results
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Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4364
Sponsor: Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2]
Process start date: 2023-06-27
Voting date: 2023-11-01
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 563