Legislative Branch Funding 2024: Security, Intern Pay, and Budget Transparency.
This Act appropriates funds for the operations of the U.S. Legislative Branch for Fiscal Year 2024, covering the Senate, Capitol Police, and support agencies like the Library of Congress. Key provisions include allocating $7 million specifically for compensating Senate interns, making Congressional work more accessible, and mandating that unspent funds from Senators' offices be used for federal deficit reduction. It also enhances security measures and workplace protections for staff.
Key points
$7 million allocated specifically for compensating Senate interns, improving access to Congressional employment opportunities.
Increased funding for Capitol Police salaries and expenses, including retention bonuses, to enhance security and staffing levels.
Unspent funds from Senators' official accounts must be returned to the Treasury to reduce the federal deficit or debt.
Workplace protections for nursing mothers (PUMP Act) are extended to cover Congressional staff.
Funds are directed toward improving the transparency and public availability of budget data and economic forecasts from the Congressional Budget Office (CBO).
Status:
Expired
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