H.R.1544 - Legislative Enforcement Against Setbacks from Harmful DOGE Actions Act; LEASH DOGE Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.1544, also known as the LEASH DOGE Act, directs the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to submit a report to Congress. This report will include information on the department's personnel and activities. The bill aims to increase transparency and oversight of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to increased scrutiny of the Department of Government Efficiency. It mandates the department to provide detailed information about its employees, their backgrounds, and potential conflicts of interest. Furthermore, it requires the department to establish a public website with information on its activities and personnel.
Potential Benefits
- Increased transparency and accountability of the Department of Government Efficiency.
- Public access to information about the department's employees and activities.
- Enhanced oversight by Congress through required reports and appearances.
- Potential for identifying and addressing conflicts of interest within the department.
- Improved understanding of how government resources are being utilized.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased administrative burden on the Department of Government Efficiency.
- Risk of exposing sensitive information about government employees.
- Possible delays in the department's operations due to reporting requirements.
- Costs associated with establishing and maintaining the required public website.
- Potential for political misuse of the information provided.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the principle of government transparency and accountability, which are implicit in the Constitution's structure. Congress's power to oversee the executive branch is derived from Article I, Section 1, which vests legislative powers in Congress. The requirement for the Department of Government Efficiency to report to Congress is consistent with this oversight function. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).