Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act
- Bill Number
- H.R. 8107
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Status
- Passed House
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-15T15:06:54Z
AI-Generated Summary
Summary of H.R. 8107: Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act
Purpose
This legislation directs the Comptroller General of the United States (Government Accountability Office) to conduct periodic assessments identifying program areas and administrative practices that pose the highest risks to the proper use of Federal funds managed by State and local governments. The goal is to improve oversight, reduce waste, fraud, abuse, and improper payments in programs subject to single audits under existing Federal law.
Key Provisions
- Assessment Requirement: Within two years of enactment and on an ongoing basis, the Comptroller General must submit reports to Congress detailing vulnerabilities in Federal funds administered by States, localities, and pass-through entities.
- Report Contents:
- Identification of high-risk program areas and practices at Federal, State, and local levels that are prone to waste, fraud, abuse, or improper payments.
- Evaluation of evidence-based strategies that have successfully strengthened fund integrity or shown limited success.
- Review of available Federal tools, resources, and technical assistance, with suggestions for improvements.
- Recommendations for Federal agencies and considerations for Congress, including ways to enhance eligibility and enrollment processes.
- Data Sources: The assessment must primarily draw from existing audit findings, inspector general reports, single audits under title 31 of the U.S. Code, and other public oversight data; new analysis may supplement these if needed.
- Definitions: Clarifies terms such as "improper payment" and "State" by referencing existing sections of title 31.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The Act introduces a new, recurring mandate for the Comptroller General to produce targeted vulnerability assessments focused on State-administered Federal programs. This builds on but does not directly amend the single audit requirements in chapter 75 of title 31; instead, it adds a layer of GAO analysis and reporting to support better risk mitigation without altering core audit processes.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Federal agencies may need to adjust tools or technical assistance based on GAO findings; State and local governments could face increased scrutiny or requirements to adopt recommended practices, potentially affecting administrative operations.
- On Citizens: Improved program integrity could reduce misuse of taxpayer funds, though implementation might lead to stricter eligibility checks or enrollment processes.
- On International Relations: No direct effects identified.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Federal agencies responsible for funding and oversight.
- State and local governments, along with pass-through entities that administer Federal programs.
- Congress, as the recipient of the assessments and potential actor on recommendations.
- Oversight bodies such as inspectors general, auditors, and attorneys general at various government levels.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
The legislation reinforces congressional oversight authority by tasking an independent agency with identifying systemic risks in Federal-State funding relationships, which aligns with existing statutory frameworks under title 31 without raising apparent constitutional concerns. It emphasizes accountability through evidence-based analysis rather than new regulatory mandates.
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Recent Actions
- 2026-06-09: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 2026-06-08: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-06-08: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3933)
- 2026-06-08: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3933)
- 2026-06-08: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 8107.
- 2026-06-08: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3933-3934)
- 2026-06-08: Mr. Gill (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.
- 2026-04-29: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 41 - 0.
- 2026-04-29: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- 2026-03-26: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 2026-03-26: Introduced in House
- 2026-03-26: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act — issued 2026-06-08 — PDF (6 pages)
- Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act — issued 2026-03-26 — PDF (4 pages)
- Government Audit and Accountability of Federally Funded State-Administered Programs Act — issued 2026-06-09 — PDF (5 pages)