On the recordMay 9, 2014
The intent of my amendment is to provide greater accountability over the use and allocation of administrative costs associated with the funds authorized in this bill. It is important we attempt to maximize the ability of the dollar to reach the classroom. The amendment simply requires that, within 3 years after the enactment of H.R. 10, the Government Accountability Office would provide a report on whether the amount of funding for State administrative costs is appropriate. If the funds are determined inappropriate, GAO must provide a recommendation on what an appropriate level of funding would be. My amendment is budget neutral, with no additional reporting requirements. It is simple and straightforward, ensuring that the millions of taxpayer dollars will go to classrooms, not caught up in bureaucracy. We all know how easy it is for administrative costs in the public sector to balloon. This amendment helps to prevent this from happening. I reserve the balance of my time.
