YOU’RE FIRED Act
HR 5194, the "YOU'RE FIRED Act," blocks federal funding for the salary of John Luman Smith, who serves as Special Counsel for the Department of Justice. The bill directly affects only this individual by prohibiting the use of taxpayer money to pay his position. It contains no broader policy changes or mechanisms, as it is a targeted procedural measure restricting funding for one specific federal employee. The bill's title uses an acronym for emphasis but does not alter any substantive law or affect other individuals or programs.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Aug 2023
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Introduced Aug 11, 2023
Last action Aug 11, 2023
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Aug 11, 2023
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Aug 11, 2023
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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