Bill would require annual training on the Purpose Statute, the Antideficiency Act, and the Impoundment Control Act. Image: ratibfilm/Shutterstock.com
Legislation (HR-4320) offered in the House would require federal employees at GS-11 or higher take annual training on appropriations law and the budget process.
“These trainings would include essential legal topics including: the Purpose Statute, the Antideficiency Act, and the Impoundment Control Act. The trainings will also include a review of the direction provided by Congress in the annual appropriations act regarding each employee’s agency so that they are unambiguously instructed of their responsibilities vis-a-vis Congress,” sponsors said.
The measure is the latest in an evolving set of disputes between the Trump administration and Democrats in Congress over refusal to spend funds appropriated for certain purposes and reprogramming of money for other purposes.
Meanwhile, the House Education and Workforce Committee has approved HR-3170, to allow injured federal workers to receive treatment for work-related injuries from state-licensed physician assistants and nurse practitioners.
“Under the current system, many federal workers face long delays in receiving care for their injuries because an approved provider may not be within a reasonable distance. Delay in care means delays in injured workers returning to their jobs. Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are a critical component to filling this provider gap. The bill would increase access to care for federal workers, especially in rural areas, so that they can receive treatment and get back to work faster,” sponsors said.
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