US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal Senate Bill SB2794

Introduced
 
Introduced
9/11/25  

Caption

DECLINE Act

Impact

The new regulations introduced by SB2794 are geared towards enhancing accountability within government spending. By establishing standardized procedures for the return and deactivation of charge cards, the bill aims to combat misuse and fraud linked to these cards. Agencies will need to set controls to monitor charge card usage and ensure compliance, providing oversight which is expected to foster more responsible spending practices among federal employees. This act, if enacted, will prompt a review of current practices and possibly overhaul existing policies to align with the new requirements.

Summary

SB2794, known as the Deactivating and Eliminating Cards Linked to Inactive or Nonexistent Employees Act (DECLINE Act), proposes a mandate for federal agencies to implement comprehensive policies regarding the deactivation of charge cards assigned to employees who separate from the agency. The bill emphasizes the need for immediate action during the official separation process to ensure that charge cards are returned, accounts closed, and charges deactivated to minimize risks associated with potential misuse of government funds.

Contention

Debate surrounding the bill may arise due to concerns over the administrative burden it places on federal agencies. Critics could argue that implementing such policies may lead to inefficiencies or excessive bureaucracy. Supporters, however, stress that the potential for preventing fraud and misuse offsets these concerns, arguing that a proactive approach to managing government resources ensures accountability and transparency. The requirement for regular reporting on compliance with the new rules also indicates increased oversight, which might be viewed positively by citizens concerned about government spending.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HF698

City attorneys authorized to file delinquency petitions for certain offenses committed by a juvenile when a county attorney declines to file a petition, city attorneys authorized to prosecute certain felony and gross misdemeanor offenses when a county attorney declines to prosecute, administrative subpoenas issuance authorized, and conforming changes made.

US HF1188

City attorneys authorized to file delinquency petitions for certain offenses committed by a juvenile when a county attorney declines to file a petition, city attorneys authorized to prosecute certain felony and gross misdemeanor offenses when a county attorney declines to prosecute, administrative subpoenas issuance authorized, and conforming changes made.

US HB4212

SHADE Act Saving Hazardous And Declining Environments Act

US SF2794

Certain loans and contract for deed maximum interest rate modification provision, group capital calculations for insurers establishments, Insurers completion of NAIC liquidity stress test requirement provision, and insurers filing group capital calculations and results from the NAIC liquidity stress test requirement provision, and insurers securing a deposit or bond requirement provision

US SB1444

Tax DODGER Act Tax Delinquencies and Overdue Debts are Government Employees’ Responsibility Act

US SF3994

Authorize city attorneys in Hennepin and Rasmey Counties to prosecute felony offenses and certain gross misdemeanor offenses when a county attorney declines to prosecute

US SB326

Delinquency Act Changes

US HB134

Delinquency Act Changes

US HB247

Hate crimes; revise delineation of victim.

US HB1164

Hate crimes; revise delineation of victim.

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