Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR137

Introduced

2/17/23

Refer

2/17/23

Caption

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Foreign Affairs in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

Impact

This bill reflects the significant financial requirements associated with congressional committee operations. By ensuring the availability of adequate funds, HR137 allows the Committee on Foreign Affairs to maintain staff and pursue its legislative responsibilities without the hindrance of financial constraints. Furthermore, the structured budget outlined in the resolution is divided into two equal parts that cover a two-year period, both before and after the 2024 noon session.

Summary

House Resolution 137 seeks to provide for the expenses of the Committee on Foreign Affairs during the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress. Specifically, the resolution allocates a total of $21,653,516 for the committee's operational expenses, which encompasses all staff salaries. This funding is essential for the committee to effectively carry out its duties and support oversight of U.S. foreign policy and international relations.

Contention

Though House Resolutions typically lack the level of contention seen in more comprehensive legislative bills, there may be underlying tensions regarding fiscal responsibility and budgetary priorities. Observers may debate whether the allocated amount is justified given the nation's existing financial challenges, especially regarding foreign spending. It is pertinent for the Committee on House Administration to regulate fund allocation within the framework set out by this resolution to optimize the committee's operational effectiveness.

Latest HR137 Activity

Companion Bills

US HR197

Related Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

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