Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 264

Bill 118 hr 264, also known as the Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that the President and other executive branch officials faithfully execute the laws of the United States.

The bill outlines specific requirements for the President and executive branch officials to follow when carrying out their duties. It emphasizes the importance of upholding the rule of law and holding government officials accountable for their actions.

One key provision of the Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023 is the requirement for the President to provide Congress with a detailed explanation whenever they choose not to enforce a law. This provision aims to increase transparency and oversight of the executive branch's actions. Additionally, the bill includes measures to prevent executive branch officials from engaging in activities that undermine the rule of law or violate the Constitution. It establishes penalties for officials who fail to faithfully execute the laws of the United States. Overall, the Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023 seeks to promote accountability and adherence to the rule of law within the executive branch. It aims to ensure that government officials act in accordance with the laws of the United States and uphold the principles of democracy and justice.

Congressional Summary of HR 264

Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023

This bill expands the circumstances under which the Department of Justice (DOJ) is required to report to Congress on a policy to refrain from enforcing federal law.

Currently, DOJ is required to report to Congress when the Attorney General or other DOJ officer establishes or implements a non-enforcement policy on the grounds that the relevant provision of law is unconstitutional.

This bill requires DOJ to report to Congress when any federal officer establishes or implements a non-enforcement policy on any grounds. Further, the bill requires the report to state the grounds for the non-enforcement policy.

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Current Status of Bill HR 264

Bill HR 264 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 10, 2023. Bill HR 264 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 10, 2023.  Bill HR 264's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 10, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 264

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
12
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
12
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 264

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightDepartment of JusticeLaw enforcement administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 264

Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023Faithful Execution of the Law Act of 2023To amend section 530D of title 28, United States Code.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 264

R
David P. Joyce
Ohio(Republican)
R
Claudia Tenney
New York(Republican)
R
Chris Stewart
Utah(Republican)
R
Austin Scott
Georgia(Republican)
R
Robert E. Latta
Ohio(Republican)
R
Jake LaTurner
Kansas(Republican)

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