A bill to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law.

2/13/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 485, also known as the Regulatory Accountability Act, aims to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code. The main purpose of this bill is to require that major rules created by the executive branch must receive approval from Congress before they can take effect.

Under this proposed legislation, major rules would not have any legal force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is passed by Congress and signed into law by the President. This means that Congress would have more oversight and control over the regulations put forth by the executive branch, ensuring that they align with the will of the people as represented by their elected officials.

The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the regulatory process, giving Congress the power to review and potentially reject major rules that may have significant impacts on businesses, individuals, or the economy as a whole. By requiring congressional approval, the Regulatory Accountability Act aims to prevent overreach by the executive branch and ensure that regulations are in the best interest of the American people. Overall, Bill 119 s 485 represents a significant change in the way major rules are implemented in the United States, shifting more power and decision-making authority to Congress in order to better represent the interests of the American people.
Congress
119

Number
S - 485

Introduced on
2025-02-06

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

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 Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Bill 119 s 485, also known as the Regulatory Accountability Act, aims to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code. The main purpose of this bill is to require that major rules created by the executive branch must receive approval from Congress before they can take effect.

Under this proposed legislation, major rules would not have any legal force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is passed by Congress and signed into law by the President. This means that Congress would have more oversight and control over the regulations put forth by the executive branch, ensuring that they align with the will of the people as represented by their elected officials.

The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the regulatory process, giving Congress the power to review and potentially reject major rules that may have significant impacts on businesses, individuals, or the economy as a whole. By requiring congressional approval, the Regulatory Accountability Act aims to prevent overreach by the executive branch and ensure that regulations are in the best interest of the American people. Overall, Bill 119 s 485 represents a significant change in the way major rules are implemented in the United States, shifting more power and decision-making authority to Congress in order to better represent the interests of the American people.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law.

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Latest Action2/6/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.