S 2273
Keep the Watchdogs Running Act
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Bill overview
The Keep the Watchdogs Running Act ensures that federal Inspectors General (IGs) can continue their important work even if the government shuts down due to a lack of funding. Specifically, the bill allows IGs to spend money and carry out their duties on programs that remain active during a shutdown, using the terms and conditions of the most recent appropriations act. This aims to maintain oversight and accountability of federal programs during periods of government closure. The bill modifies the Inspector General Act to explicitly grant this authority.
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Mike Braun
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