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To require the evaluation of Federal agencies and programs for duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions, and to recommend the elimination or realignment of such functions, and for other purposes.

2/11/2025, 9:00 AM

Summary of Bill HR 824

Bill 119 hr 824, also known as the "Duplication Reduction Act," aims to address inefficiencies within Federal agencies and programs by requiring them to undergo evaluations for duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions. The bill seeks to identify areas where resources are being unnecessarily duplicated or wasted, and recommends either eliminating or realigning these functions to improve overall efficiency.

The bill emphasizes the importance of streamlining government operations and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used effectively. By conducting regular evaluations of Federal agencies and programs, the goal is to identify areas where improvements can be made to eliminate redundancies and improve overall effectiveness.

In addition to evaluating duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions, the bill also aims to recommend ways to realign resources to better meet the needs of the American people. By identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for change, the bill seeks to promote greater efficiency and effectiveness within the Federal government. Overall, Bill 119 hr 824 is focused on promoting accountability and transparency within Federal agencies and programs, with the ultimate goal of improving government operations and ensuring that taxpayer dollars are being used wisely.

Current Status of Bill HR 824

Bill HR 824 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 824 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025.  Bill HR 824's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 28, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 824

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
21
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
21
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 824

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 824

To require the evaluation of Federal agencies and programs for duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions, and to recommend the elimination or realignment of such functions, and for other purposes.
To require the evaluation of Federal agencies and programs for duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions, and to recommend the elimination or realignment of such functions, and for other purposes.

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