Spending Accountability: Lawsuits for Withheld Federal Funds
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This bill limits the power of the executive branch, which usually leads to a veto. It also lacks broad bipartisan support needed to pass the Senate.
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The bill lets private citizens and the House of Representatives sue not just federal agencies but individual federal employees who withhold congressionally approved funds. Employees involved in budget execution could face personal inclusion as defendants in federal lawsuits, adding legal exposure to their official duties even though the relief sought is against their office, not personal damages.
“may institute a civil action in a United States district court against the United States and any Federal employee for preventive relief”
Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Restoring Accountability in Appropriations Act
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