Ban on Targeted Public Spending and Tax Benefits (Earmarks) in Congress
This bill aims to prohibit the House of Representatives from considering legislation that includes "earmarks," which are provisions directing specific public funds or tax benefits to a narrow group of beneficiaries or a specific region outside of standard, competitive procedures. For citizens, this means decisions regarding public spending and benefits must be made in a more transparent and general manner, rather than through individual congressional deals. This change seeks to increase fairness and transparency in federal fund allocation.
Key points
Prohibits the House from considering legislation containing targeted, non-competitive allocations of public funds (earmarks).
Eliminates special tax or tariff benefits that exclusively benefit 10 or fewer entities, promoting equal treatment.
If passed, federal fund allocation must occur through statutory formulas or competitive processes, rather than based on individual political requests.
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