H.R. 1558In committeeGovernment & democracy
Bill updates duties of federal agency financial officers
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 1558 updates how federal agencies manage and report public money, with stronger oversight rules for financial officers and auditors.50-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill updates the duties of Chief Financial Officers at federal agencies, giving them a clearer and wider set of responsibilities over budgets, controls, and coordination with other agency leaders. It also changes the government-wide financial plan from a 5-year to a 4-year cycle, timed to each presidential term, and requires a separate annual financial report to Congress. Agencies would need to regularly check whether their internal financial controls are working, and auditors would be required to test and report on those controls more thoroughly.
Who does it affect?
Federal agencies and their Chief Financial Officers would face new requirements, along with federal auditors and Inspectors General. The Office of Management and Budget would produce a revised financial plan with input from a broader group of councils and experts.
Why does it matter?
These changes would require agencies to more closely track how public money is spent and whether financial safeguards are functioning. Congress would receive more regular reporting on the government's financial condition.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Taxpayer Funds Oversight and Accountability Act
- Introduced:
- February 25, 2025
- Latest action:
- September 15, 2025
ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Min asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the first sponsor of H.R. 1558, a bill originally introduced by Representative Connolly, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII. Agreed to without objection.
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