S 1131 · 97th Congress · Government Operations and Politics

Prompt Payment Act

Introduced 1981-05-06· Sponsored by Sen. Danforth, John C. [R-MO]· Senate

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Latest: Became Public Law No: 97-177.(1982-05-21)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Delinquent Payments Act of 1981 - Requires Federal agencies to pay interest on overdue payments to businesses for property or services. Specifies the procedure for computing such interest. Requires an agency to pay any such interest charges out of funds appropriated for its programs. Allows an agency to take advantage of an early payment discount only if payment is made within the time specified by the business. Directs each agency to report to Congress annually on interest payments made during the fiscal year.…

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Cosponsors (20)

7 Democrats13 Republicans