On the Issues
GOVERNMENT REFORM Senator Levin has worked to increase accountability and efficiency in the federal government and eliminate waste, fraud and abuse. Among other initiatives, he has helped increase federal contract competition, protect whistleblowers, reform the federal regulatory process, and eliminate the federal prison industries monopoly on the federal procurement process. |
Acquisition Reform at DOD
Ever since he came to the Senate, Senator Levin has been fighting to ensure that every dollar spent on national defense is spent wisely. more >
Campaign Finance Reform
On March 27, 2002, the Bipartisan Campaign Finance Reform Act became law. This was the first significant reform of the laws governing how federal campaigns are financed in almost 30 years. Senator Levin was proud to be a cosponsor of this bill. more >
DOD Civil Service Reform
The federal civil service system was established more than a century ago to replace a patronage system that was characterized by favoritism, and abuse. As we evaluate the possible reform of that system, we must take care that we do not allow those abuses to resurface. more >
Regulatory Reform
Senator Levin came to the Senate determined to work to improve the way in which federal agencies issue regulations. more >
Whistleblower Protection
Whistleblowers play a crucial role in ensuring that Congress and the public are aware of serious cases of waste, fraud and mismanagement in government. more >