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Preventing Waste: Duplication Scoring Act for Government Programs

This act aims to better utilize taxpayer money by identifying and eliminating redundant government programs. New initiatives will be thoroughly vetted to avoid creating similar offices or programs that already exist, potentially leading to savings and more efficient public administration. Citizens can expect their money to be spent more wisely, and the government to operate more effectively.
Key points
Requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to analyze new bills for duplication with existing federal programs.
Information on potential duplication will be publicly available on the GAO website, increasing government transparency.
Aims to reduce waste and increase the efficiency of public spending by avoiding the creation of unnecessary programs.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2733
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Process start date: 2025-09-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Duplication Scoring Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2733.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to analyze new bills for duplication with existing federal programs.
  • Information on potential duplication will be publicly available on the GAO website, increasing government transparency.
  • Aims to reduce waste and increase the efficiency of public spending by avoiding the creation of unnecessary programs.
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 Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY].

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.

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