H.R. 1544: Legislative Enforcement Against Setbacks from Harmful DOGE Actions Act

This bill, titled the Legislative Enforcement Against Setbacks from Harmful DOGE Actions Act or the LEASH DOGE Act, aims to increase oversight and transparency regarding the operations and activities of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Below are the main provisions of the bill:

1. Reporting Requirements

The head of the DOGE is required to submit a report to the relevant congressional committees. This report must include:

• A list of all DOGE employees and their roles.
• A list of employees from the Executive Office of the President who advise on DOGE operational matters.
• Details on whether employees have undergone background checks and their results.
• Information on whether employees hold security clearances.
• Any conflicts of interest held by employees, along with details on plans to mitigate these conflicts.

2. Congressional Appearances

The head of DOGE and relevant Senior Advisors must appear at closed meetings of the congressional committees to provide updates on the department’s activities and future plans. They are also required to provide information regarding access to Federal Government computer systems and personally identifiable information.

3. Public Transparency

The DOGE will establish a public website to disclose comprehensive information, including:

• A list of DOGE employees and their roles.
• The number of employees laid off or on administrative leave.
• Programs and activities with reduced funding and the amounts involved.
• Programs and activities with paused funding, including timelines for decisions.
• Programs and activities for which funding has been eliminated.
• Contact information for individuals who can assist with inquiries about Federal personnel and financial assistance.

This website is to be updated at least once a week.

4. Employee Classification and Information Sharing

Employees from other agencies participating in DOGE Agency Teams will be treated as DOGE employees for the purposes of this Act, and those agencies must share necessary information with the head of DOGE to fulfill the requirements of this legislation.

5. Deadlines and Restrictions on Funding

The head of DOGE must comply with various requirements by a specific date, including submitting the required report, attending the closed meetings, and establishing the public website. If these requirements are not met by March 31, 2025:

• Funding for DOGE will be restricted to only activities initiated prior to January 20, 2025.
• No federal funds can be used for activities conducted by DOGE Agency Teams until compliance is achieved.

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