Search Results: keywords:"earmarks"

  • H. R. 8051 — To prohibit the consideration in the House of Representatives of any legislation containing an earmark.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:992

    H.R. 8051, known as the "Earmark Elimination Act of 2024," aims to prevent the House of Representatives from considering any legislation that contains earmarks. Earmarks are provisions that allocate specific funding or tax benefits to targeted groups or regions at the behest...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill called H.R. 8051 wants to stop Congress from passing laws that have secret deals called "earmarks," which are like special presents or benefits for certain places or groups, to make sure things are fair and not wasteful.

  • S. RES. 580 — Expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.
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    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:198

    The resolution, S. RES. 580, expresses the Senate's opposition to the use of congressional earmarks, which allow lawmakers to direct taxpayer funds to specific local projects. It highlights concerns that earmarks lead to wasteful spending and contribute to the nation's rising debt. The...

    Simple Explanation

    This resolution is like saying, "We should stop using a special rule called 'earmarks' that lets people in Congress spend money on local projects because it can waste money and make the country owe more." It asks Congress to save money and spend it wisely instead.