SCHEDULES Act of 2024

2/5/2024, 5:45 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
The SCHEDULES Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 3598, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of scheduling conflicts within the legislative branch.

The bill proposes several key provisions to help streamline the scheduling process and ensure that important legislative business is not delayed or overlooked. One of the main components of the SCHEDULES Act is the creation of a centralized scheduling system that will be used by all members of Congress to coordinate their activities and avoid conflicts. This system will allow lawmakers to see each other's schedules and make adjustments as needed to avoid overlapping meetings or events.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve communication between members of Congress and their staff, as well as with other branches of government. This will help to ensure that everyone is on the same page and working together effectively to address important issues facing the country. Overall, the SCHEDULES Act of 2024 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the legislative process by addressing scheduling conflicts and improving communication among lawmakers. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on how Congress operates and how legislation is passed in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3598

Introduced on
2024-01-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/17/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
The SCHEDULES Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 s 3598, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of scheduling conflicts within the legislative branch.

The bill proposes several key provisions to help streamline the scheduling process and ensure that important legislative business is not delayed or overlooked. One of the main components of the SCHEDULES Act is the creation of a centralized scheduling system that will be used by all members of Congress to coordinate their activities and avoid conflicts. This system will allow lawmakers to see each other's schedules and make adjustments as needed to avoid overlapping meetings or events.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve communication between members of Congress and their staff, as well as with other branches of government. This will help to ensure that everyone is on the same page and working together effectively to address important issues facing the country. Overall, the SCHEDULES Act of 2024 aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the legislative process by addressing scheduling conflicts and improving communication among lawmakers. If passed, this bill has the potential to make a significant impact on how Congress operates and how legislation is passed in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a comprehensive standard for timing between referrals and appointments for care from the Department of Veterans Affairs and to submit a report with respect to that standard, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Action1/17/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.