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S. 1567 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act

S. 1567 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) has passed the senate — introduced on Aug 1, 2003, sponsored by Peter Fitzgerald with 5 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Passed the Senate
Introduced
Aug 1, 2003
Co-sponsors
5
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics

What it does

Department of Homeland Security Financial Accountability Act - Amends the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990 and the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the President to appoint a Chief Financial Officer for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), subject to Senate confirmation.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Peter Fitzgerald (R-IL). Co-sponsors: 3 Democrats, 2 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedAug 1, 2003
  • Passed the SenateNov 21, 2003
  • Passed the House—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Held at the desk. (Nov 25, 2003)

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