Regulation Reduction Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:57 PM
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HR 3175, also known as the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023, aims to reduce the number of regulations imposed by the federal government. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 5, 2023, by Representative John Smith.

The main goal of the bill is to streamline the regulatory process and make it easier for businesses to comply with federal regulations. It calls for a comprehensive review of existing regulations to identify those that are outdated, unnecessary, or overly burdensome. The bill also requires agencies to conduct cost-benefit analyses before implementing new regulations.

Additionally, the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023 includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the regulatory process. It requires agencies to provide detailed justifications for new regulations and to solicit public input before finalizing them. The bill also establishes a Regulatory Reform Task Force to oversee the implementation of these reforms. Overall, the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023 seeks to promote economic growth and job creation by reducing the regulatory burden on businesses. Supporters of the bill argue that excessive regulations stifle innovation and hinder economic development, while opponents raise concerns about potential negative impacts on public health and safety. The bill is currently being debated in the House of Representatives, and it remains to be seen whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 3175
Introduced on
2023-05-10
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HR 3175, also known as the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023, aims to reduce the number of regulations imposed by the federal government. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 5, 2023, by Representative John Smith.

The main goal of the bill is to streamline the regulatory process and make it easier for businesses to comply with federal regulations. It calls for a comprehensive review of existing regulations to identify those that are outdated, unnecessary, or overly burdensome. The bill also requires agencies to conduct cost-benefit analyses before implementing new regulations.

Additionally, the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023 includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability in the regulatory process. It requires agencies to provide detailed justifications for new regulations and to solicit public input before finalizing them. The bill also establishes a Regulatory Reform Task Force to oversee the implementation of these reforms. Overall, the Regulation Reduction Act of 2023 seeks to promote economic growth and job creation by reducing the regulatory burden on businesses. Supporters of the bill argue that excessive regulations stifle innovation and hinder economic development, while opponents raise concerns about potential negative impacts on public health and safety. The bill is currently being debated in the House of Representatives, and it remains to be seen whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
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Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction...