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No Kings Act
9/11/2024, 11:31 AM
Summary of Bill S 4973
Bill 118 s 4973, also known as the No Kings Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to limit the power of the President of the United States by placing restrictions on the use of executive orders.
Under the No Kings Act, the President would be prohibited from issuing executive orders that create new laws or regulations without the approval of Congress. This is aimed at preventing the President from bypassing the legislative process and making unilateral decisions that could have far-reaching consequences.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions that would require the President to seek approval from Congress before taking certain actions, such as declaring a national emergency or entering into international agreements. This is intended to ensure that the President is held accountable and that decisions are made in a transparent and democratic manner. Overall, the No Kings Act seeks to uphold the principles of checks and balances and limit the power of the executive branch. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans who believe in the importance of preserving the separation of powers outlined in the Constitution.
Under the No Kings Act, the President would be prohibited from issuing executive orders that create new laws or regulations without the approval of Congress. This is aimed at preventing the President from bypassing the legislative process and making unilateral decisions that could have far-reaching consequences.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions that would require the President to seek approval from Congress before taking certain actions, such as declaring a national emergency or entering into international agreements. This is intended to ensure that the President is held accountable and that decisions are made in a transparent and democratic manner. Overall, the No Kings Act seeks to uphold the principles of checks and balances and limit the power of the executive branch. It is currently being debated in Congress and has garnered support from both Democrats and Republicans who believe in the importance of preserving the separation of powers outlined in the Constitution.
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Current Status of Bill S 4973
Bill S 4973 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2024. Bill S 4973 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on August 1, 2024. Bill S 4973's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 494. as of September 9, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4973
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
72Democrat Cosponsors
68Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4973
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 4973
No Kings Act
No Kings Act
A bill to reassert the constitutional authority of Congress to determine the general applicability of the criminal laws of the United States, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4973
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