What does Preamble of TRUE Accountability Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To require certain agencies to develop plans for internal control in the event of an emergency or crisis, and for other purposes,' aims to require specific agencies to create plans for internal control during emergencies or crises. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 23, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of TRUE Accountability Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Taxpayer Resources Used in Emergencies Accountability Act.

What does OMB GUIDANCE. of TRUE Accountability Act do?

This section amends title 31 of the United States Code to establish a requirement for financial and administrative controls for emergency spending. The Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is directed to issue guidance to covered agencies for developing plans for internal control ready for emergency situations. The guidance must incorporate best practices for preventing improper payments and mitigating fraud risks, including documents from the Government Accountability Office. Covered agencies' plans must identify a senior official responsible for implementation and include policies and procedures to assess and mitigate risks of improper payments and fraud related to supplemental appropriations. Agencies must submit their plans to the Director within one year of enactment, and revise them at least every three years. The Director must submit a summary of these plans to relevant congressional committees annually.

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TRUE Accountability Act

Last updated: 4/29/2026 · Introduced: 4/23/2026

Author: Andy Biggs (R-AZ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates that federal agencies develop and maintain plans for internal financial controls during emergencies, focusing on preventing improper payments and fraud.
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) must provide guidance to agencies on creating these plans, incorporating best practices and addressing fraud risks related to emergency spending.
Agencies are required to submit and regularly update their emergency control plans, with OMB reporting a summary of these plans to Congress annually.

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