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US S565

US S565
Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2019


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Introduced
02/26/2019
In Committee
11/06/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to require the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to submit to Congress an annual report on projects that are over budget and behind schedule, and for other purposes. This bill directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance requiring federal agencies to report annually to Congress regarding certain federally funded projects that are (1) more than five years behind schedule, or (2) have expenditures that are at least $1 billion more than the original cost estimate for the project.

AI Summary

This bill, the Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2019, requires the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to issue guidance directing federal agencies to report annually to Congress on certain federally funded projects that are either more than 5 years behind schedule or have expenditures at least $1 billion more than the original cost estimate. The report must include details such as the project's purpose, location, timeline, cost, and any changes or cost overruns. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for large government projects that are experiencing significant delays or cost overruns.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 435. (on 03/02/2020)

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