US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HR344

Introduced
4/24/25  

Caption

Of inquiry requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services, to transmit respectively, to the House of Representatives certain documents relating to the elimination of the Administration for Community Living-.

Impact

If enacted, HR344 could lead to heightened scrutiny on the decisions made by the executive branch regarding the ACL, an agency that plays a crucial role in advocating for the needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities. By mandating a report on these actions, the bill addresses community concerns about potential cuts to essential services for vulnerable populations. Additionally, this resolution highlights legislative oversight on agency operations and funding, particularly as it pertains to the aging population and community living standards.

Summary

House Resolution 344 is a formal inquiry directed at the President and the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide the House of Representatives with specific documents related to the proposed elimination of the Administration for Community Living (ACL). This resolution aims to ensure transparency concerning any actions taken regarding the ACL, especially in light of reported plans to downsize or eliminate the administration altogether. It requests unredacted copies of all related communications, including memos and meeting notes, within a stipulated timeframe of 14 days post-adoption of the resolution.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HR344 may arise from differing political perspectives on government bureaucracies and their efficiency. Some may argue that eliminating or downsizing the ACL could streamline government functions, while others see it as a direct threat to the well-being of millions who rely on the services it provides. This resolution seeks to spark debate on these crucial issues, emphasizing the need for accountability in government actions affecting public health and community services.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR1078

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the "Defend the Spend" freeze on child care payments to all States, Tribes, and Territories.

US HR1001

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives certain documents in their possession relating to the Administration's stance on Greenland.

US HR237

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Education to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the reduction in force and other downsizing measures at the Department of Education.

US HR302

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretaries of the Treasury and Labor to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the effect on local economies and communities of the Department of Government Efficiency and newly-imposed tariffs.

US HR314

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the effect on taxpayer and child privacy of the seizure by the so-called "Department of Government Efficiency" of legally-protected identity and financial data stored in the National Directory of New Hires and the Federal Parent Locator Service.

US HR255

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 20, 2025, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, relating to strikes on the Houthis in Yemen and the disclosure of confidential information to a journalist on the Signal application.

US HR186

Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the conflicts of interest of Elon Musk and related information.

US HR502

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretaries of the Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services to transmit, respectively, certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the development of a centralized database by the Federal government and Palantir Technologies Inc. that compiles American citizens' personal information across Federal agencies and departments, including confidential taxpayer, identity, wage, child support, bank account, student loan, health, medical, financial, or other information.

US HR357

Of inquiry requesting the President and directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives any record created on or after January 20, 2025, under the control of the President or the Secretary, respectively, relating to international agreements between the United States of America and El Salvador and the removal of individuals from the United States to El Salvador and subsequent detentions of such individuals.

US HR316

Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit certain documents relating to the use of insecure electronic communication platforms, including Signal, for official communications and to the compliance of the Administration with all Federal records laws.

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