Bills · HR 1545
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 1545Government ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment studies and investigations
Accountability in Government Efficiency Act
INTRO FEB 24· LAST ACTION FEB 24
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to bring transparency and accountability to government efforts aimed at efficiency. When government departments or programs are changed, cut, or reorganized, there can be significant impacts on public services, jobs, and the overall stability of important functions like public health and safety. If this bill becomes law, voters would gain insight into whether efficiency measures are truly beneficial in the long term or if they might inadvertently create risks or reduce essential services. Without this bill, Congress and the public might not get a comprehensive, independent assessment of these changes, making it harder to hold government accountable for the outcomes of its efficiency initiatives.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Directs the Comptroller General (head of the Government Accountability Office) to prepare a report for Congress.
This ensures an independent, non-partisan analysis of government efficiency efforts.
PROVISION 02
The report must analyze actions taken by the 'Department of Government Efficiency,' including job reductions and program changes.
This focuses the report on specific government actions that could have widespread impact.
PROVISION 03
The report must assess the effects of these actions on the long-term financial, public health, and safety interests of the United States.
This requires an evaluation of the real-world consequences beyond just immediate cost savings.
PROVISION 04
The report must also determine if the 'Department of Government Efficiency' complied with federal privacy laws and other relevant regulations.
This adds an important layer of oversight regarding data protection and legal adherence.
PROVISION 05
The Comptroller General must submit the report to Congress by December 31, 2025.
This sets a clear timeframe for the delivery of the findings to lawmakers.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 19
D· Virginia
YRS IN OFFICE
1
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43
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DEM 19 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 24
Introduced in House
FEB 24
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 1545
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 24, 2025
Last actionFeb 24, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNMENT REFORM COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2025
House BillHR 1545Government ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment studies and investigations
Accountability in Government Efficiency Act
INTRODUCED FEB 24, 2025· LAST ACTION FEB 24, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
19
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
