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Free City Commission Act

12/29/2022, 6:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8604

Bill 117 HR 8604, also known as the Free City Commission Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a commission that would oversee the creation and operation of "free cities" within the United States.

These free cities would be designated areas where certain regulations and taxes would be suspended in order to promote economic growth and innovation. The commission would be responsible for selecting locations for these free cities, as well as setting guidelines for their governance and operation.

Proponents of the bill argue that free cities would attract businesses and entrepreneurs, leading to job creation and economic development. They believe that by reducing government intervention in these designated areas, individuals and businesses would be able to thrive and innovate without unnecessary restrictions. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential negative impacts of creating these free cities. They worry that suspending regulations and taxes could lead to exploitation of workers, environmental degradation, and other harmful consequences. Overall, the Free City Commission Act is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to promote economic growth through the establishment of free cities. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the potential benefits and drawbacks of this proposal.

Congressional Summary of HR 8604

Free City Commission Act

This bill establishes the Free City Commission to study the effects of progressive governance on cities within the United States over the last 75 years.

Current Status of Bill HR 8604

Bill HR 8604 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2022. Bill HR 8604 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2022.  Bill HR 8604's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of July 29, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8604

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 8604

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8604

Free City Commission Act
Free City Commission Act
To establish the Free City Commission to examine the effects of liberal Government policy on American cities, and for other purposes.

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