| Bill | HR 7747 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | House Bill |
| Congress | 117 |
| Status | Archived — 117th Congress concluded |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
Combatting Painful Inflation (CPI) Act
This bill directs the National Science Foundation to commission a study on the effects of inflation. Among other requirements, the study must
- measure the economic impact of inflation on the American people, including an analysis of cost-of-living impacts;
- assess how the increase in inflation has harmed the American workforce through decreased, less valuable wages;
- evaluate the impact of inflation on rural and underserved communities throughout the country; and
- make recommendations to Congress on the impact of further government spending with regard to inflation.
Bill Title
Combatting Painful Inflation (CPI) Act
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2022-05-12: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 2022-05-12: Introduced in House
- 2022-05-12: Introduced in House
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.