SB5670: A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purposes.
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purposes.
Plain-language summary
This bill, sponsored by Senator Jeff Merkley, aims to regulate how federal agencies spend their approved budget money responsibly. 'Budget authority' means the legal permission Congress gives agencies to spend money on specific purposes. The bill is currently in the introduced stage, meaning it has been formally submitted to Congress but has not yet been assigned to a for review. The bill's exact provisions are not detailed in the available information, but its title suggests it focuses on ensuring federal spending follows prudent (careful and wise) practices.
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SB5670: A bill to ensure the prudent obligation of budget authority, and for other purp…