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Introduced
09/29/2023
09/29/2023
In Committee
09/29/2023
09/29/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To authorize Inspectors General to continue operations during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the "Keep the Watchdogs Running Act," aims to authorize Inspectors General (IGs) to continue their operations during a lapse in appropriations. Specifically, the bill amends the Inspector General Act of 1978 to allow IGs to incur obligations in advance of appropriations, both for the necessary amounts and at the authorized rate for operations, as well as to perform their duties with respect to any program and operation of the establishment that continues during the lapse in appropriations. This measure is intended to ensure that IGs, who serve as independent watchdogs over government agencies and programs, can maintain their oversight and investigative functions even when regular government funding has been disrupted.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. (on 09/29/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5832/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5832/BILLS-118hr5832ih.pdf |
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