arrow_back Back to App

Federal Grants Must Use Evidence-Based Practices for Public Services.

This law mandates that federal agencies allocate grants for public services only to organizations using methods proven to be effective. The goal is to ensure taxpayer money is spent efficiently and that services provided to citizens (like in health or education) deliver measurable results. It establishes a requirement for public evaluation of the effectiveness of grant-funded programs.
Key points
Major federal agencies (including Departments of Health, Education, and Justice) must prioritize grant applications based on scientifically proven, evidence-based practices.
Recipients of public service grants must use evidence-based methods and undergo regular, public evaluations to determine if funds are achieving intended outcomes.
Grant notices must clearly define goals and expected results, and agencies must prioritize applicants responsive to specific community needs.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7025
Sponsor: Rep. Yakym, Rudy [R-IN-2]
Process start date: 2026-01-13
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Evidence-Based Grantmaking Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7025.

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 2026-01-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Major federal agencies (including Departments of Health, Education, and Justice) must prioritize grant applications based on scientifically proven, evidence-based practices.
  • Recipients of public service grants must use evidence-based methods and undergo regular, public evaluations to determine if funds are achieving intended outcomes.
  • Grant notices must clearly define goals and expected results, and agencies must prioritize applicants responsive to specific community needs.
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 Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-24.

CATEGORIES

Public Investments Economy