US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB2236

Introduced
3/29/23  

Caption

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for US Department of Agriculture, Executive Operations, Office of the Chief Information Officer for fiscal year 2024.

Impact

The enactment of HB2236 would directly impact the budgetary process for the USDA, particularly in terms of its information technology operations. By limiting the funds available, the bill may restrict the office's ability to implement new technology initiatives or to maintain existing systems adequately. Additionally, this reduced funding could lead to operational inefficiencies within the USDA, as limited resources may hinder its ability to meet the demands of its stakeholders effectively.

Summary

House Bill 2236 seeks to impose a limitation on the appropriations available for the Executive Operations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically targeting the Office of the Chief Information Officer. The bill proposes that the total funds allocated for this office for the fiscal year 2024 should not exceed $55,630,000. This seeks to manage government spending more effectively by placing stringent caps on the budget of specific departments.

Contention

There may be discussions among legislators regarding the appropriateness of capping funds for essential government operations. Critics of the bill could argue that limiting the budget for the Chief Information Officer's office might compromise the USDA's capabilities in handling critical IT functions, which include managing data security and improving service delivery. Conversely, proponents may contend that fiscal restraint is necessary, particularly in light of broader discussions about government expenditures and the need for more responsible budgeting practices.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US SB1569

Relating to the availability of certain personal information of a member of the governing board of an institution of higher education, the chief executive officer of the institution, or the chief executive officer of a university system.

US HB139

Stopping Home Office Work's Unproductive Problems Act of 2023 or the SHOW UP Act of 2023 This bill requires each executive agency to reinstate the telework policies that were in place on December 31, 2019. Agencies may not implement expanded telework policies unless the Office of Personnel Management certifies that such policies, among other requirements, will have a positive effect on the agency's mission and operational costs.

US HB4136

Relating to the availability of certain personal information of a member of the governing board of an institution of higher education, the chief executive officer of the institution, or the chief executive officer of a university system.

US HB179

This bill requires the President to provide Congress and the public with certain information at least 30 days before issuing an executive order related to agriculture, food, and the livelihood of farmers, ranchers, and producers in the United States. Before issuing such an order, the President shall provide Congress and the public with (1) the executive order text, (2) a list of the federal laws affected, (3) information about how the President is working within the parameters of federal law and the Constitution, (4) information about how the executive order will be accomplished, and (5) a list of all the individuals and entities that the President engaged with before issuing the order.

US S3504

Establishes Office of the State Chief Efficiency Officer and Efficiency Officer positions in each State Executive Branch department.

US A4452

Establishes Office of the State Chief Efficiency Officer and Efficiency Officer positions in each State Executive Branch department.

US HB233

Qualified Immunity Act of 2023 This bill provides statutory authority for qualified immunity for law enforcement officers in civil cases involving constitutional violations. Current law provides a statutory civil cause of action against state and local government actors (e.g., law enforcement officers) for violations of constitutional rights, also known as Section 1983 lawsuits. The Supreme Court has also found an implied cause of action against federal law enforcement officers in certain situations (e.g., Fourth Amendment violations), also known as Bivens lawsuits. However, under the judicial doctrine of qualified immunity, government officials performing discretionary duties are generally shielded from civil liability, unless their actions violate clearly established rights of which a reasonable person would have known. The bill provides statutory authority for these principles with respect to law enforcement officers. Specifically, under the bill, law enforcement officers are entitled to qualified immunity if (1) at the time of the alleged violation, the constitutional right at issue was not clearly established or the state of the law was not sufficiently clear for every reasonable officer to know that the conduct was unconstitutional; or (2) a court has held that the specific conduct at issue is constitutional. The bill applies to federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. It also specifies that law enforcement agencies and local governments may not be held liable if their officers are entitled to qualified immunity.

US HB128

Defund Planned Parenthood Act of 2023 This bill restricts federal funding for Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc. or any of its affiliates or clinics for one year. Specifically, it prohibits funding those entities unless they certify that the affiliates and clinics will not perform, and will not provide funds to entities that perform, abortions during that year. If the certification requirement is not met, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture must recoup any federal assistance received by those entities. However, the bill's funding restriction does not apply to abortions performed in cases of rape or incest or when necessary to resolve a physical condition that endangers a woman's life. The bill also provides additional funding for community health centers for the one-year period. These funds are subject to the same abortion-related restrictions and exceptions.

US HB58

Federal Information Resource to Strengthen Ties with State and Local Law Enforcement Act of 2023 or the FIRST State and Local Law Enforcement Act of 2023 This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security's Office for State and Local Law Enforcement to report annually on its activities.

US SB2625

Chief Information Officer; create an executive-appointed position.

Similar Bills

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