ARTICLE ONE Act

Assuring that Robust, Thorough, and Informed Congressional Leadership is Exercised Over National Emergencies Act or the ARTICLE ONE Act

This bill terminates a presidential declaration of a national emergency after 30 days if Congress does not pass a joint resolution approving the declaration. Currently, such a declaration may continue until Congress passes a joint resolution disapproving the declaration.

The bill requires the President to transmit to Congress, with any proclamation declaring a national emergency or executive order specifying emergency powers or authorities or renewing a national emergency, a written report that includes

• a description of the circumstances necessitating the declaration, renewal, or use of a new emergency authority specified in the executive order;
• the estimated duration of the emergency, or a statement that the duration cannot reasonably be estimated;
• a summary of the actions the President or other officers intend to take and the statutory authorities they expect to rely on in addressing the emergency; and
• in the case of a renewal of the emergency, a summary of the actions the President or other officers have taken in the preceding one-year period to address the emergency.

The bill requires periodic reports on the status of emergencies.

The ARTICLE ONE Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3988, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address issues related to the legislative branch of the government, specifically focusing on the operations and procedures of the House of Representatives.

One of the key provisions of the ARTICLE ONE Act is the establishment of new rules and guidelines for the House of Representatives. These rules aim to promote transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the legislative process. The bill also includes measures to streamline the legislative process, such as setting deadlines for the consideration of bills and improving the scheduling of committee hearings.

Additionally, the ARTICLE ONE Act includes provisions to enhance the oversight and accountability of members of Congress. This includes requirements for members to disclose certain financial information and restrictions on the use of campaign funds for personal expenses. Overall, the ARTICLE ONE Act seeks to improve the functioning of the House of Representatives and strengthen the integrity of the legislative process. It is currently being debated and considered by Congress, with supporters arguing that it will lead to a more effective and responsive government, while critics raise concerns about potential limitations on congressional power.