Bill · H.R. 10014· House(119-HR-10014)
Restoring Accountability in Appropriations Act
- Introduced
- 8/3/2026
- Last activity
- 8/3/2026 — 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.
- Sponsored by
- Donald Beyer
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Restoring Accountability in Appropriations Act seeks to amend the Impoundment Control Act of 1974. This bill establishes a new right for private individuals to sue the United States over the withholding of required budget authority. It also creates a specific process for the House of Representatives to initiate civil actions against the government. Under this law, certain leaders in the House can request reports from the Comptroller General regarding budget deferrals. Finally, the bill outlines fast-track procedures for House resolutions to authorize litigation.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+7
The bill improves transparency by creating processes for Congressional oversight and legal recourse regarding budget withholdings.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+5
It expands due process by providing a legal avenue for aggrieved individuals to challenge budget impoundments.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+5
The bill enhances fiscal responsibility by providing mechanisms to ensure required budget authority is actually released as intended.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Right to Legal Action for Individuals: Any person who is aggrieved by the withholding of budget authority that should be made available can file a civil action in a U.S. district court against the United States and Federal employees. This includes the ability to seek preventive relief such as injunctions or restraining orders (Section 2(b), Sec. 1018(a)).
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Court-Ordered Budget Availability: Courts are granted the power to enter judgments or orders necessary to make specific budget authority available for obligation, which can help ensure required funds are released (Section 2(b), Sec. 1018(b)).
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Congressional Oversight and Accountability: The bill allows specific House leaders (covered individuals) to request reports from the Comptroller General to investigate whether the President has failed to transmit required messages regarding budget reserves or deferrals (Section 2(b), Sec. 1019(a)(2)(A)).
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Streamlined Legislative Action: The bill creates a "fast track" process that requires House committees to report specific resolutions within two legislative days and allows for quick consideration without traditional delays or points of order (Section s 2(b), Sec. 1019(c)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Negative Impacts Identified: The provided text does not explicitly list any negative consequences, burdens, or negative outcomes for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+7Improves Due Process+5Increases Federal Power+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Middle Class Households+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Fiscal Responsibility+5
- 8/3/2026
- 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.
- Introduced in House