H.R.3733 - Make DOGE Permanent Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3733, the "Make DOGE Permanent Act," proposes amendments to the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006. The bill aims to provide Members of Congress with real-time access to updated information on federal awards and payments made to individual recipients of federal assistance and federal employees. This access would be facilitated through a separate hyperlink on the existing website, accessible only to Members of Congress.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be increased transparency for Members of Congress regarding federal spending. This could lead to more informed oversight and potentially influence future funding decisions. The bill mandates the Director of the Office of Management and Budget to establish the required hyperlink within six months of enactment.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced oversight capabilities for Members of Congress.
- Potential for more informed decision-making regarding federal spending.
- Increased accountability of federal agencies and recipients of federal funds.
- May lead to the identification of inefficiencies or misuse of funds.
- Could promote more responsible allocation of taxpayer money.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for misuse of privileged information by Members of Congress.
- Increased burden on the Office of Management and Budget to maintain real-time updates.
- Possible security risks associated with providing exclusive access to sensitive data.
- May create an information asymmetry between Congress and the public.
- The name of the bill is misleading and does not reflect the actual content.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the principle of government transparency and accountability, which are implicit in the Constitution's emphasis on representative government. Article I, Section 9, Clause 7, which requires a regular Statement and Account of the Receipts and Expenditures of all public Money, suggests a constitutional basis for transparency in federal spending. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional provision or individual right.
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).