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Mandatory analysis of new legislation to prevent duplication of federal programs

This Act requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to analyze all new bills and joint resolutions for the risk of creating programs, offices, or initiatives that already exist. The goal is to prevent the waste of public funds by eliminating duplication in government activities. Citizens will benefit from greater transparency in federal spending, as information about potential duplication will be included in the cost estimates of the legislation.
Key points
GAO must review every new bill to identify if it creates programs that duplicate existing ones previously flagged as problematic.
Information about potential duplication will be published on the GAO website and included in official cost estimates for bills, increasing spending transparency.
The change aims for savings and more efficient use of taxpayer money by limiting unnecessary overlap in government functions.
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Print number: 118_S_780
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2023-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Duplication Scoring Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_780.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • GAO must review every new bill to identify if it creates programs that duplicate existing ones previously flagged as problematic.
  • Information about potential duplication will be published on the GAO website and included in official cost estimates for bills, increasing spending transparency.
  • The change aims for savings and more efficient use of taxpayer money by limiting unnecessary overlap in government functions.
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 Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 75.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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