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Increased Government Spending Transparency: Ending Improper Payments

This act aims to increase transparency in how the government spends money. It will provide citizens with better insight into where and why erroneous payments occur in federal programs, potentially leading to more efficient management of public funds. This is expected to help ensure taxpayer money is used more effectively.
Key points
The government will be required to report detailed information on improper payments in federal programs, including their causes and trends.
Government agencies must explain what corrective actions have been taken to address improper payment issues and what still needs to be done.
This information will be included in the President's annual budget submission, increasing public oversight of expenditures.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1771
Sponsor: Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2]
Process start date: 2025-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improper Payments Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1771.

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 2025-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will be required to report detailed information on improper payments in federal programs, including their causes and trends.
  • Government agencies must explain what corrective actions have been taken to address improper payment issues and what still needs to be done.
  • This information will be included in the President's annual budget submission, increasing public oversight of expenditures.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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