Search Results: keywords:"efficiency improvements"

  • H. R. 6260 — An Act To provide for certain reviews of the use and safety of Federal buildings, and for other purposes.
    Status:Engrossed in House
    Words:1,083

    H. R. 6260, also known as the "Federal Oversight of Construction Use and Safety Act" or the "FOCUS Act," aims to enhance the oversight of federal building projects. The bill requires federal officials to notify Congress of any significant cost changes in construction projects...

    Simple Explanation

    The FOCUS Act is a rule that makes sure people building federal buildings tell the government if the costs change a lot and report any safety issues. It helps different parts of the government work together to save space and money.

  • H. R. 7280 — An Act To require the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development to testify before the Congress annually, and for other purposes.
    Status:Referred in Senate
    Words:302

    H.R. 7280, titled the "HUD Transparency Act of 2024," requires the Inspector General of the Department of Housing and Urban Development to testify before Congress every year before October 1. The Inspector General must report on several areas, including efforts to prevent...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 7280 is a new rule that says the person who checks if the Housing Department is doing a good job must talk to Congress once a year and explain how they are stopping cheats and making things work better. The rule is now being checked by the Senate.