Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish the Committee on the Elimination of Nonessential Federal Programs.
Impact
The establishment of this committee could lead to significant changes in how federal programs are evaluated and managed. By focusing on underperforming programs, the committee may help streamline federal spending and promote a more efficient allocation of resources. However, there is a potential risk that essential programs could be inadvertently targeted for elimination, which could have negative consequences for the populations they serve. This legislative shift may also influence state-level policies and funding, as federal programs often interact with state initiatives.
Summary
HR890 aims to amend the Rules of the House of Representatives by establishing the Committee on the Elimination of Nonessential Federal Programs. This committee is intended to research, review, and study federal programs deemed underperforming or nonessential. It will be responsible for developing recommendations on which federal programs should be modified or eliminated to enhance government efficacy. The Committee's findings will be reported to the House at least once a year, which will include a detailed statement of its conclusions and a list of programs recommended for elimination.
Contention
There are notable points of contention regarding HR890. Proponents argue that the initiative is critical for reducing wasteful government spending and improving overall transparency and accountability. They believe that a dedicated committee will provide the focused oversight necessary to identify and eliminate ineffective programs. Conversely, opponents may view this bill as a threat to important federal services, asserting that it could lead to the dismantling of essential assistance programs that serve the public good.
Finding Federal Savings Committee Resolution This resolution establishes the House Committee on the Elimination of Nonessential Federal Programs to analyze underperforming or nonessential federal programs and recommend actions to modify or eliminate those programs. The resolution also establishes expedited procedures for legislation reported by the committee to eliminate programs or rescind funding. The committee shall cease to exist at the end of the 120th Congress.
Directing certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that it is the duty of the Federal Government to dramatically expand and strengthen the care economy.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit Members to vote by proxy and remotely attend committee proceedings in certain cases, and for other purposes.
Directing the Committee on House Administration to take certain actions to promote the procurement of goods and services from the AbilityOne program established under chapter 85 of title 41, United States Code (commonly known as the Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act), and for other purposes.
Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and release records of the Committee's review of the alleged misconduct of Matthew Louis Gaetz II of Florida while serving as a Member of the House of Representatives.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; provision related to officeholders raising funds when facing a recall; modify, and require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
Campaign finance: contributions and expenditures; funds donated to a candidate for recall efforts; require candidate to establish a separate account used for recall purposes. Amends secs. 3, 11, 12, 21, 24 & 52 of 1976 PA 388 (MCL 169.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 21b.
A concurrent resolution recognizing wild rice as sacred and central to the culture and health of Indigenous Peoples in Minnesota and critical to the health and identity of all Minnesota citizens and ecosystems and establishing a commitment to passing legislation to protect wild rice and the freshwater resources upon which it depends.