OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Stop the Outlay of Payments Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1807.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-06-06.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Government agencies must report when they suspend grants or contracts due to recipients breaking rules or laws.
- The central budget office (OMB) will maintain a public list of organizations that have lost funding due to non-compliance.
- Organizations on this list are generally blocked from receiving new federal funds until they fix the reason for their suspension.
- The changes aim to increase transparency and improve the management of taxpayer 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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
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