Total Score: 730/2100 points (34.8% of maximum possible score)
The 2024 foreign aid bill moderately expands government power, significantly increases government spending, and has a moderate impact on businesses and individuals. While it addresses critical needs, it falls short of the goal to reduce government interference and personal freedom.
| Criteria | Score (out of 100) | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Regulatory Language and New Powers | 60 | Grants new powers and responsibilities to the government. Expands existing programs. |
| 2. Mandates on Individuals or Businesses | 20 | Minimal impact on mandates. |
| 3. Repeal or Modification of Existing Laws | 30 | Limited impact on existing laws. |
| 4. Funding Provisions and Government Control | 80 | Significant increase in government spending. |
| 5. Powers Granted to Government Agencies | 70 | Moderate delegation of authority. |
| 6. Penalties and Compliance Mechanisms | 40 | Limited impact on penalties. |
| 7. Reporting Requirements | 50 | Moderate impact on reporting. |
| 8. Sunset Clauses | 10 | No sunset clauses. |
| 9. Authority and Oversight | 60 | Moderate delegation of authority. |
| 10. Judicial Review | 30 | Limited impact on judicial review. |
| 11. Emergency Powers | 20 | No special emergency powers. |
| 12. Exemptions and Waivers | 40 | Limited impact on exemptions. |
| 13. Impact Assessments | 50 | Moderate impact on assessments. |
| 14. Spending and Taxes | 80 | Significant increase in spending. |
| 15. Market Manipulation | 30 | Limited impact on market manipulation. |
| 16. Tax Code and Reporting | 20 | Limited impact on tax code. |
| 17. Areas Outside Original Purpose | 10 | No deviation from original purpose. |
| 18. Reducing Government Power | 40 | Moderate reduction in government power. |
| 19. Impact on Free Markets | 60 | Moderate impact on free markets. |
| 20. Personal Freedom | 30 | Limited impact on personal freedom. |
| 21. Reducing Spending and Debt | 50 | Moderate impact on reducing debt. |