Agency Subpoena Compliance Act

12/15/2023, 3:59 PM
Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, 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 3901, also known as the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish procedures for federal agencies to comply with subpoenas issued by Congress.

The bill outlines specific requirements for agencies when they receive a subpoena from Congress, including deadlines for responding to the subpoena and procedures for providing the requested information. It also requires agencies to designate a specific official to be responsible for overseeing compliance with subpoenas.

Additionally, the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act includes provisions for penalties if agencies fail to comply with a subpoena in a timely manner. These penalties may include fines or other disciplinary actions. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that federal agencies are held accountable and responsive to requests for information from Congress. By establishing clear procedures and consequences for non-compliance, the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act aims to promote transparency and cooperation between the executive and legislative branches of government.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 3901
Introduced on
2023-06-07
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/7/2023
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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 Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, 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 3901, also known as the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish procedures for federal agencies to comply with subpoenas issued by Congress.

The bill outlines specific requirements for agencies when they receive a subpoena from Congress, including deadlines for responding to the subpoena and procedures for providing the requested information. It also requires agencies to designate a specific official to be responsible for overseeing compliance with subpoenas.

Additionally, the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act includes provisions for penalties if agencies fail to comply with a subpoena in a timely manner. These penalties may include fines or other disciplinary actions. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure that federal agencies are held accountable and responsive to requests for information from Congress. By establishing clear procedures and consequences for non-compliance, the Agency Subpoena Compliance Act aims to promote transparency and cooperation between the executive and legislative branches of government.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish procedures to reduce agency funding for failure to comply with lawfully issued congressional subpoenas, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Committee:  Oversight and Accountability
Committee:  Rules

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Latest Action6/7/2023
Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, 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 ...