Ending Waste, Fraud and Abuse PDF Print
Like most Americans, I am tired of hearing about waste, fraud, and abuse in Washington. I am determined to make every effort to stop excessive government spending and make government more accountable to you. Here are some of the steps I have taken this year.

ACORN: After recent reports of ACORN misusing their federal resources, Congressman Adler voted to strip federal funding from ACORN. Congressman Adler understands that taxpayer dollars should be spent wisely and that Congress must do a better job of tracking where and how it is used.

Reducing Federal Spending: Congressman Adler is determined to cut excessive government spending. That is why, Congressman Adler voted 13 times to reduce $50.1 billion from the annual spending bills.

Eliminating Deficits: Congressman Adler voted to strengthen Congress' commitment to fiscal responsibility and accountability by reinstituting "pay-as-you-go" (PAYGO) rules. The bill will help eliminate deficit spending, thus putting government on the right track to reducing dangerous deficits in tough economic times.

TARP: Congressman Adler voted against releasing the second half of the $350 billion in spending for the Troubled Asset Relief Program. In addition, he sponsored legislation to increase the transparency at Treasury about how financial institutions are using their bailout funds. The money provided to Treasury was intended to loosen up credit on Main Street. If banks are not using the money as intended, Congress and taxpayers should know about it.

The 21st Century FHA Housing Act: In September, the House of Representatives passed Congressman Adler's bi-partisan bill aims to increase efficiency at the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The legislation would provide the FHA with the tools needed to effectively underwrite mortgages and monitor lenders participating in the program. The 21st Century FHA Housing Act will provide the FHA with the flexibility to hire high qualified staff to keep predatory lenders out of the program and to reduce waste, fraud and abuse.

Veterans: Congressman Adler has consistently called on the Department of Veterans Affairs to increase transparency and accountability at the agency, and throughout the country's veterans' hospitals. Congressman Adler, the only Philadelphia-area member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, called for a congressional investigation into reports that the VA Hospital in Philadelphia did not do enough to prevent medical misconduct. He has also urged the committee to look into excessive bonuses at the VA.

Help me End, Waste, Fraud, and Abuse

I want to make sure that government dollars are spent wisely. That's why I'm asking you to help me identify instances of waste, fraud and abuse in government. If you see government funds being spent improperly - from contracting abuse to money in the Recovery Act - please click on the link below:

Click here to tell Rep. Adler about waste, fraud and abuse of taxpayer dollars

What do I need to do if I have information about wasteful spending?

Fill out the form above if you have information that will help stop or prevent the waste of taxpayer dollars. Please provide your contact information so we can contact you if further information is needed.

What will Rep. Adler do with constituent reports of waste, fraud or abuse of taxpayer dollars?

Rep. Adler will research and report claims of wasted taxpayer dollars to the appropriate investigative agency, including the Attorney General, Government Accountability Office or the Inspector Generals at individual agencies. Congressman Adler will also request Congressional Investigations, if warranted.