Bill S.Res.688 titled “A resolution expressing opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks”. The bill is sponsored by Sen. Rick Scott.
Most bills have a hearing where those involved explain why they are for or against the bill. Roughly 8,000 bills are addressed by committees each year but only about 800 make it to the floor of Congress, according to ushistory.org.
A 2019 report from the Brookings Institute argued committees aren’t capable of delving fully into the issues they address and are forced to rely on lobbyists.
Bills Addressed by Appropriations Committee on June 22
| Bill Name | Sponsor | Action |
|---|---|---|
| A resolution expressing opposition to Congressional spending on earmarks. | Sen. Scott, Rick |
