To amend title 31, United States Code, to repeal the authorities of the Government Accountability Office with respect to the District of Columbia government, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · July 2, 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
This bill would remove the federal Government Accountability Office's oversight authority over the District of Columbia's government and finances. Specifically, it repeals the GAO's power to audit the D.C. government annually, evaluate its programs and activities, and require the mayor to report on efforts to comply with GAO recommendations. The legislation also removes requirements for the D.C. government to submit performance accountability plans and financial reports to the Comptroller General, instead directing these reports only to Congress and relevant congressional committees. This represents a significant expansion of home rule, giving the District greater autonomy from federal oversight while potentially allowing the city government to operate with fewer external financial and operational audits. The bill contains no specific funding allocations or implementation timeline, as it is primarily a repeal of existing GAO authorities rather than a funding measure.
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