US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB1939

Introduced
3/29/23  

Caption

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Labor, Office of Workers' Compensation Benefits, Cost of Administration for fiscal year 2024.

Impact

The proposed limitations outlined in HB 1939 are likely to affect the operations of the Office of Workers' Compensation Benefits directly. With a capped budget, the agency may need to find ways to streamline its operations or make cuts to existing programs and services. Stakeholders in the workers' compensation sector, including employers and employees relying on these benefits, may see changes in how services are delivered or what is available moving forward.

Summary

House Bill 1939 is designed to impose a funding limitation on the Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Benefits for the fiscal year 2024. Specifically, the bill caps the appropriated or available funds for the department's administrative costs at $74,777,000. This represents a focused effort by certain legislators to manage federal expenditures related to workers' compensation administration, reflecting an overarching goal of fiscal responsibility within government operations.

Contention

There could be notable contention surrounding this bill, particularly regarding the implications of reduced funding for administrative costs. Advocates for workers' rights may express concern that limiting funds could lead to delays in the processing of claims, reduced support for injured workers, and overall inefficiencies within the system. On the other hand, proponents of the bill argue that it is a necessary measure to rein in government spending and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently within the Department of Labor.

Notable_points

HB 1939 emerged amid broader debates on administrative costs and budgetary allocations within governmental agencies. Discussions on the bill may reveal differing perspectives among lawmakers on the need for oversight and accountability in federal spending. The ability of the Office of Workers' Compensation to fulfill its mandate effectively while functioning under a reduced budget will likely be a focal point of ongoing discussions as the legislative process unfolds.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB31

An Act For The Department Of Labor And Licensing - Workers' Compensation Commission Appropriation For The 2025-2026 Fiscal Year.

US SB37

An Act For The Department Of Labor And Licensing - Workers' Compensation Commission Appropriation For The 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.

US SB37

AN ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND LICENSING - WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION APPROPRIATION FOR THE 2026-2027 FISCAL YEAR.

US HB1334

Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

US HB2404

Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

US SB287

Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

US SB162

Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

US SB1162

Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.

US HB262

All Economic Regulations are Transparent Act of 2023 or the ALERT Act of 2023 This bill establishes various reporting requirements with respect to federal agency rulemaking. Specifically, each agency must submit a monthly report to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for each rule the agency expects to propose or finalize during the following year, including information about the objectives and legal basis for the rule as well as whether the rule is subject to periodic review based on its significant economic impact. Additionally, each agency must submit a monthly report for any rule expected to be finalized during the following year for which the agency has issued a general notice of proposed rulemaking, including an approximate schedule for completing action on the rule and an estimate of its cost and economic effects. OIRA must publish this information online and, subject to certain exceptions, a rule may not take effect until the information has been published for at least six months. The bill also requires OIRA to annually publish in the Federal Register specified information it receives from agencies under this bill, including a list of each rule an agency has proposed and the total cost of all rules proposed or finalized. OIRA must further publish online (1) any analysis of the costs or benefits of rules that were proposed or finalized during the previous year, and (2) a list of rules that were subjected to various forms of review during the previous year.

US HB113

No Free Rent for Freeloaders Act of 2023 This bill directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), on an annual basis, to monitor the extent of noncompliance of public-housing tenants with certain community service and economic self-sufficiency requirements, determine the aggregate amount provided in federal subsidies for all public-housing dwelling units that were occupied by noncompliant tenants, and publish this amount in the Federal Register. In each fiscal year, the amount as determined and published for the preceding fiscal year must be rescinded from funds made available for HUD's Management and Administration account.

Similar Bills

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