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No Regulation Through Litigation Act of 2025

2/28/2025, 5:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 849

Bill 119 HR 849, also known as the "Providing Accountability Through Settlements Act," aims to impose restrictions on federal agencies when entering into settlement agreements and consent decrees. The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the settlement process by requiring agencies to provide detailed information about the terms of the agreement, including the amount of money involved and how it will be used.

Additionally, the bill requires agencies to publish settlement agreements on their websites within 30 days of finalizing the agreement. This will allow the public to easily access and review the terms of the settlement.

Furthermore, the bill prohibits federal agencies from entering into agreements that require the agency to take actions that are not within its statutory authority. This provision aims to prevent agencies from overstepping their bounds and engaging in activities that are not authorized by law. Overall, Bill 119 HR 849 seeks to promote transparency, accountability, and adherence to statutory authority in the settlement process for federal agencies.

Congressional Summary of HR 849

No Regulation Through Litigation Act of 2025

This bill specifies that a federal agency may not enter into a consent decree that exceeds the authority of the court that enters the order related to the decree. It also limits the inclusion of attorney fees or litigation costs in consent decrees or settlement agreements that result in a regulation or guidance document. 

Current Status of Bill HR 849

Bill HR 849 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2025. Bill HR 849 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 31, 2025.  Bill HR 849's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 31, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 849

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
11
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
11
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 849

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 849

To provide limitations for Federal agencies entering into settlement agreements and consent decrees, and for other purposes.
To provide limitations for Federal agencies entering into settlement agreements and consent decrees, and for other purposes.

Comments

Lawson Lowry profile image

Lawson Lowry

403

9 months ago

I totally support this bill, it's about time we put some restrictions on those agencies and their shady deals. This is gonna make a big difference, but what does it mean for us regular folks in the long run? #HRBill849 #Limitations #Agencies #Settlements #ConsentDecrees

Elina Burke profile image

Elina Burke

438

9 months ago

This bill is a joke. It's about time they put some restrictions on these agencies. It's ridiculous how they can just make deals behind closed doors without any accountability. This is a step in the right direction for sure. It's time to hold these agencies to a higher standard. #HRBill849 #AboutTime