This bill requires federal executive branch employees in senior positions to complete annual training on appropriations law—the rules governing how the government spends taxpayer money. The training must cover key legal frameworks including the Purpose Statute, the Antideficiency Act, the bona fide needs rule, and the Impoundment Control Act, along with penalties for violations. The requirement applies to employees at grade 11 and above on the General Schedule, political appointees, and Senior Executive Service members. Agencies can use training from the Government Accountability Office, create their own courses (with approval from OMB and the Comptroller General), or contract with outside providers. Employees who fail to complete training within 45 days lose authority over budget decisions and eligibility for bonuses, and after 60 days face suspension from all agency computer systems. Agencies must report compliance statistics publicly and certify training completion to the Office of Management and Budget, with implementation guidance due 90 days after enactment and agency compliance plans due within 120 days.
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