The bipartisan Government Service Delivery Improvement Act, led by Representatives Ro Khanna, Byron Donalds, Barry Loudermilk, and William Timmons, received unanimous approval from the House Oversight Committee. Under the guidance of ranking member Gerry Connolly from the Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Subcommittee, the bill aims to streamline public access to government services, fostering accountability and collaboration among federal agencies.
Expressing his satisfaction with the bill’s passage, Congressman Ro Khanna emphasized the federal government’s duty to provide efficient and high-quality services to American citizens. He highlighted the bipartisan nature of the Government Service Delivery Improvement Act, asserting its potential to enhance the reliability and efficiency of government services, directly benefiting constituents.
The legislation requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to designate a senior official to oversee and coordinate efforts aimed at improving the delivery of government services. Additionally, it mandates agency heads to take responsibility for enhancing services, promoting public trust, and appointing senior officials to drive these improvements forward.
Ranking member Connolly stressed the importance of ensuring that the federal government provides modern, accessible, and customer-focused services to the American people. He emphasized the need for measurable progress in delivering government services, highlighting the bill’s role in facilitating such assessment.
