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RepublicanBill · H.R. 8955· House(119-HR-8955)

Bipartisan Transparency for American Taxpayers Act

Rep. Fitzpatrick
Age: 53 years
Pennsylvania
Introduced
5/21/2026
Last activity
5/21/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Brian Fitzpatrick
Cosponsors
Republican - 0Democrat - 15
Government Operations and Politics
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill is known as the Bipartisan Transparency for American Taxpayers Act. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 21, 2026. The legislation aims to stop the use of federal money for a specific purpose. It states that no federal funds, including certain specifically appropriated funds, can be used to pay claims submitted to the Anti-Weaponization Fund. This fund was established by the Department of Justice on May 18, 2026.

Yes

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3

    Enhances transparency and oversight regarding federal fund disbursements related to Department of Justice administrative funds.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+2

    Prohibits the use of federal funds for claims submitted to the Anti-Weaponization Fund, potentially reducing government expenditures in that area.

  • Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+2

    Promotes fiscal responsibility by restricting federal payouts for specific Department of Justice fund claims.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.