To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, National Archives and Records Administration, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.
Impact
The implementation of HB2129 would significantly affect the operations of the agencies mentioned, potentially limiting their ability to carry out comprehensive oversight functions. By capping available funds, these agencies may face restrictions on resources, which could hamper their capacity to fulfill their mandates effectively. The funding cuts may particularly impact investigations and oversight projects designed to ensure accountability within government practices.
Summary
House Bill 2129 seeks to impose a funding limitation on various independent agencies for the fiscal year 2024, particularly affecting the National Archives and Records Administration as well as the Office of Inspector General. The bill stipulates that the total amounts authorized to be appropriated for these agencies will not exceed $4,823,000. This measure is part of a broader push to ensure fiscal scrutiny and control over federal funding allocated to governance oversight bodies.
Contention
Given the nature of funding limitations, the bill has stirred debate among legislators regarding the essential functions of oversight agencies and the implications of reduced financial support. Proponents argue that limiting funds could lead to more efficient operations by necessitating a prioritization of resources. However, critics warn that inadequate funding may undermine the agencies' ability to function independently and effectively, raising concerns about a lack of accountability within the federal government.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, National Archives and Records Administration, Operating Expenses for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, National Archives and Records Administration, Repairs and Restoration for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, Small Business Administration, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, General Services Administration, Office of Inspector General for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Inspector General, Administrative Expenses for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, Office of Personnel Management, Office of Inspector General vehicles for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, General Services Administration, Operating Expenses for fiscal year 2024.
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Independent Agencies, General Services Administration, Civilian Board of Contract Appeals for fiscal year 2024.