H.R. 4259 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act
H.R. 4259 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on May 4, 2004, sponsored by Todd Russell Platts with 6 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 4, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 6
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 108-330
What it does
Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act - (Sec. 3) Amends the Chief Financial Officer Act of 1990 and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to direct the President to appoint a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), who is to report directly to the Secretary of DHS and to the Under Secretary for Management.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Todd Russell Platts (R-PA). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 3 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 4, 2004
- Passed the HouseJul 20, 2004
- Passed the SenateSep 29, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 5, 2004
- Became lawOct 16, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-330. (Oct 16, 2004)
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Committees
- Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee
- Homeland Security Committee
- Oversight and Accountability Committee
More
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