OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1170.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2025-03-27.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Federal agencies must annually report on the costs of official union time, including salaries, benefits, and travel.
- Reports will detail the purpose of official time used by individual employees.
- The act also requires disclosure of costs for collective bargaining negotiations, grievance processing, and union use of agency property.
- Independent audits will verify that agencies properly document these expenses, ensuring data accuracy.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.
What is the impact of this bill?
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