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State-by-State Federal Tax and Spending Transparency Act

This act aims to increase transparency regarding how much each state contributes to the federal budget through taxes and how much it receives back in federal spending. This will allow citizens to better understand their state's participation in funding and benefiting from federal resources, potentially influencing informed political and social decisions.
Key points
The government will calculate how much federal tax each state pays, considering individual residency and business economic activity.
The government will also calculate how much federal money (e.g., contract awards) each state receives.
These calculations will be publicly published, providing easy access to information on financial flows between states and the federal government.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6297
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Process start date: 2023-11-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Payer State Transparency Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6297.

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 2023-11-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will calculate how much federal tax each state pays, considering individual residency and business economic activity.
  • The government will also calculate how much federal money (e.g., contract awards) each state receives.
  • These calculations will be publicly published, providing easy access to information on financial flows between states and the federal government.
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. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Taxes Economy Public Investments