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Follow the Rules Act
4/7/2025, 3:21 PM
Summary of Bill S 576
The Follow the Rules Act, also known as Bill 115 s 576, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that federal agencies are held accountable for following the rules and regulations set forth by Congress.
The bill requires federal agencies to report to Congress any instances in which they have failed to comply with statutory requirements or regulations. This reporting must include a detailed explanation of the violation, as well as any corrective actions that have been taken or will be taken to address the issue.
Additionally, the Follow the Rules Act establishes a process for Congress to review and address any violations of federal agencies. This process includes the creation of a special committee to investigate and make recommendations for addressing non-compliance. Overall, the Follow the Rules Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within the federal government by ensuring that agencies are held responsible for following the laws and regulations set forth by Congress.
The bill requires federal agencies to report to Congress any instances in which they have failed to comply with statutory requirements or regulations. This reporting must include a detailed explanation of the violation, as well as any corrective actions that have been taken or will be taken to address the issue.
Additionally, the Follow the Rules Act establishes a process for Congress to review and address any violations of federal agencies. This process includes the creation of a special committee to investigate and make recommendations for addressing non-compliance. Overall, the Follow the Rules Act aims to promote transparency and accountability within the federal government by ensuring that agencies are held responsible for following the laws and regulations set forth by Congress.
Current Status of Bill S 576
Bill S 576 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 8, 2017. Bill S 576 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on March 8, 2017. Bill S 576's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 39. as of April 24, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 576
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 576
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 576
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