This bill allocates \$22,033,322 from the House of Representatives' accounts for the Committee on Education and Workforce's expenses during the 119th Congress, subject to session limitations and voucher payment procedures. Funds must be spent in accordance with House Administration Committee regulations.
Tim Walberg
Representative
MI-5
This bill allocates $22,033,322.00 from the House of Representatives' accounts to cover the expenses of the Committee on Education and Workforce for the 119th Congress. It sets spending limits for specific periods and mandates that all payments be made through vouchers approved by the House Administration Committee. Funds provided by this resolution must adhere to the regulations set by the House Administration Committee.
House Committee on Education and Workforce Gets $22 Million Funding for 119th Congress
The House just greenlit over $22 million in funding for the Committee on Education and Workforce, covering everything from staff salaries to operational costs through the 119th Congress. This isn't a blank check, though – it's broken down into specific chunks for each year.
Funding the Books and the Workforce
The bill, officially titled "Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Education and Workforce in the One Hundred Nineteenth Congress," sets aside a total of $22,033,322. This money is earmarked for the committee's expenses, including paying the people who work there (SEC. 1).
Breaking Down the Budget
It's not all available at once. The funding is split into two parts:
- January 3, 2025 - January 3, 2026: $10,979,883
- January 3, 2026 - January 3, 2027: $11,053,439
This split (SEC. 2) likely reflects the typical congressional calendar and ensures the committee has resources throughout its term. Think of it like budgeting for a two-year project – you don't get all the money upfront; you get it in stages.
Show Me the Receipts: Spending Rules
Any spending under this authorization requires a voucher. That voucher needs a thumbs-up (signature) from the Committee Chairman and must also be approved by the House Administration Committee (SEC. 3). This is like having to get your manager and the accounting department to sign off on an expense report. It adds layers of oversight to prevent misuse of funds. The House Administration Committee's rules are the ultimate guide for how this money can be spent (SEC. 4). This helps ensure the funds are used for their intended purpose – supporting the committee's work on education and workforce issues.
Real-World Impact
This funding lets the Committee on Education and Workforce do its job, which can range from investigating issues in education and the workforce to crafting new laws. For example, if the committee needs to hold a hearing on apprenticeship programs, this money could cover travel costs for witnesses, research staff time, and other related expenses. While the process is bureaucratic, the funding is essential for the committee to function and address important issues that affect everyday Americans, from teachers and students to workers in various industries.