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MS HB547

Bill

Status

Failed

3/5/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robert Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the position of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Expenditures Ombudsman to be appointed by the Governor with a term expiring December 31, 2026

  • Ombudsman shall oversee all ARPA fund expenditures made by the Legislature, Governor, and state agencies while soliciting public feedback on ongoing spending

  • Ombudsman must prepare an annual report detailing how ARPA funds are expended, who receives benefits, and recommendations for improved fund allocation

  • Annual report shall be provided to the Governor and Legislature and made available to the public

  • Ombudsman compensation shall be paid from appropriated ARPA funds

Legislative Description

ARPA Expenditures Ombudsman; establish to oversee all expenditures of ARPA funds.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/5/2024

Committee Referrals

Appropriations A1/24/2024

Full Bill Text

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