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Congressional Article I Powers Strengthening Act

4/7/2025, 3:21 PM

Summary of Bill HR 469

Bill 115 hr 469, also known as the Congressional Article I Powers Strengthening Act, aims to reinforce the powers granted to Congress in Article I of the United States Constitution. The bill seeks to ensure that Congress is able to effectively carry out its duties as a co-equal branch of government.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for the President to seek congressional approval before taking certain actions, such as entering into international agreements or committing US troops to military conflicts. This provision is intended to uphold the principle of checks and balances and prevent the executive branch from overstepping its authority.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in government operations. It requires federal agencies to provide regular reports to Congress on their activities and spending, as well as to comply with requests for information from congressional committees. Furthermore, the Congressional Article I Powers Strengthening Act includes provisions to limit the use of executive orders and other unilateral actions by the President. This is aimed at ensuring that major policy decisions are made through the legislative process, with input from both houses of Congress. Overall, the bill is designed to reinforce the role of Congress as a co-equal branch of government and to prevent the concentration of power in the executive branch. It seeks to uphold the principles of the Constitution and ensure that the government operates in a transparent and accountable manner.

Current Status of Bill HR 469

Bill HR 469 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2017. Bill HR 469 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2017.  Bill HR 469's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of October 26, 2017

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 469

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 469

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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