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Federal Accountability Boost: 60-Day Deadline for Agency Oversight Compliance.

This law strengthens government accountability by requiring federal employees, contractors, and grant recipients to quickly comply with requests from the Inspector General (IG). They must provide information or access within 60 days. This ensures faster investigation of potential waste or fraud, improving how taxpayer money is managed.
Key points
Federal personnel and contractors must respond to Inspector General requests for information or interviews within 60 days.
Failure to comply can result in serious administrative penalties, including job suspension, removal, or contract termination.
The goal is to speed up oversight processes and enhance transparency in federal agencies and spending.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3026
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-10-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FALCON Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3026.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal personnel and contractors must respond to Inspector General requests for information or interviews within 60 days.
  • Failure to comply can result in serious administrative penalties, including job suspension, removal, or contract termination.
  • The goal is to speed up oversight processes and enhance transparency in federal agencies and spending.
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. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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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