Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act

Senate Bill

S. 4024

119th Congress

Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 5, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick Scott

R - FL

Cosponsors

0

Quick Stats

Summary

This bill aims to increase government oversight of how states spend federal money they receive through block grants and other funding programs. It would create stronger accountability measures and make it easier for the federal government to recover funds if states misuse or waste taxpayer dollars. The legislation seeks to ensure that federal money sent to states actually reaches its intended purposes and beneficiaries.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Introduced3/5/2026

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

ChamberSenate

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Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act

This bill aims to increase government oversight of how states spend federal money they receive through block grants and other funding programs. It would create stronger accountability measures and make it easier for the federal government to recover funds if s

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This bill aims to increase government oversight of how states spend federal money they receive through block grants and other funding programs. It would create stronger accountability measures and make it easier for the federal government to recover funds if states misuse or waste taxpayer dollars. The legislation seeks to ensure that federal money sent to states actually reaches its intended purposes and beneficiaries.

Bill Number: 4024
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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Fact Sheet

Title: Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act
Bill Number: 4024
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced: 3/5/2026
Summary: This bill aims to increase government oversight of how states spend federal money they receive through block grants and other funding programs. It would create stronger accountability measures and make it easier for the federal government to recover funds if states misuse or waste taxpayer dollars.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill aims to increase government oversight of how states spend federal money they receive through block grants and other funding programs. It would create stronger accountability measures and make it easier for the federal government to recover funds if states misuse or waste taxpayer dollars. The legislation seeks to ensure that federal money sent to states actually reaches its intended purposes and beneficiaries.

Last updated: 3/7/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Strengthens federal oversight of the billions in taxpayer dollars sent to states through block grant programs for healthcare, social services, infrastructure, and other needs
Creates new mechanisms for the federal government to recover funds when states mismanage or misuse federal money
Aims to increase transparency and accountability in how states administer federal programs
Could affect major programs like Medicaid, community development grants, and social services funding that rely on state administration

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect state governments by subjecting them to increased federal scrutiny and potential financial recovery actions when administering federal programs. Everyday Americans could benefit from better oversight ensuring federal funds actually reach intended services like healthcare, housing assistance, and community programs, though states may face additional administrative requirements. The legislation could also impact how quickly and flexibly states can deploy federal funds to address local needs.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4024, 119th Congress (2026). "Federal Taxpayer Funds Protection and Clawback Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-4024

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