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Shorter Breach Reporting, Increased Transparency, and Oversight of Defense Spending

New regulations aim to tighten control over military expenditures by shortening the time for reporting cost overruns in major projects. This means taxpayers' money will be better protected from uncontrolled cost increases, and information about defense programs will be more publicly accessible. In cases of significant budget overruns, programs may be terminated more quickly to prevent waste.
Key points
Shortened reporting time for major military project cost issues to 30 days, speeding up responses to irregularities.
Increased transparency: cost overrun reports will be publicly available on the Department of Defense website.
Automatic program termination after a second significant cost overrun, aiming to prevent further waste of public funds.
Introduction of detailed cost reporting for key subprograms, increasing oversight of smaller but costly project components.
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Print number: 119_HR_4372
Sponsor: Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8]
Process start date: 2025-07-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 10 to shorten breach reporting timelines, increase program transparency, and improve congressional oversight of Department of Defense cost overruns with respect to the cost growth for major systems, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4372.

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 2025-07-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Shortened reporting time for major military project cost issues to 30 days, speeding up responses to irregularities.
  • Increased transparency: cost overrun reports will be publicly available on the Department of Defense website.
  • Automatic program termination after a second significant cost overrun, aiming to prevent further waste of public funds.
  • Introduction of detailed cost reporting for key subprograms, increasing oversight of smaller but costly project components.
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. Garamendi, John [D-CA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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