US Federal 2023-2024 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HR153

Introduced
2/24/23  

Caption

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Veterans' Affairs in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

Impact

The bill outlines two separate periods for fund allocation. For the fiscal year 2023-2024, it stipulates that up to $5,271,175 will be available for expenses incurred, while for 2024-2025, another $5,482,022 is designated for expenses. This structure reflects a controlled approach to fiscal management within governmental committees related to veterans' affairs, potentially influencing how resources are distributed and utilized across the committee's activities.

Summary

HR153 is a resolution focused on providing specific monetary amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Veterans' Affairs during the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress. The bill documents an allocation of up to $10,753,197 to cover all committee costs, which includes staff salaries and other operational expenses. This financial provision is proposed to ensure that the Committee can function effectively within given budget limitations.

Contention

While the bill itself appears straightforward in its purpose of funding, it may face points of contention regarding the sufficiency of the funding allocated. Critics could argue that the amount may not meet the growing needs of veterans or adequately support committee initiatives. Additionally, the methods prescribed for expenditure, including the requirement of vouchers and compliance with regulations set by the Committee on House Administration, could be scrutinized for accountability and transparency concerns.

Companion Bills

US HR197

Related Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

Previously Filed As

US HR138

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Foreign Affairs in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR131

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Ethics in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR86

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on the Judiciary in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR109

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Ways and Means in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR141

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Small Business in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR79

This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs for the 119th Congress.

US HR150

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on House Administration in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR140

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Education and Workforce in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR198

Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

US HR104

Providing amounts for the expenses of the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

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Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress.

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