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Establishing the Task Force on the Legislative Process.

12/15/2023, 3:50 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 8

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 8, also known as Establishing the Task Force on the Legislative Process, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of creating a bipartisan task force to review and analyze the legislative process in order to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations for reform.

The bill outlines the composition of the task force, which would consist of 12 members appointed by the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader, with an equal number of members from both political parties. The task force would be tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the legislative process, including the committee system, floor procedures, and the role of leadership in shaping legislation.

The bill specifies that the task force would be required to hold public hearings, consult with experts and stakeholders, and submit a final report to Congress with recommendations for improving the legislative process. The report would be due within one year of the task force's establishment. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 8 seeks to address concerns about the efficiency and effectiveness of the legislative process in Congress by creating a bipartisan task force to study the issue and propose reforms. It reflects a bipartisan effort to improve the functioning of Congress and ensure that legislation is passed in a more transparent and efficient manner.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 8

This concurrent resolution temporarily establishes a bipartisan and bicameral task force to report on ways to expedite the consideration of legislation that passed in its originating chamber with wide bipartisan support. The task force must submit a final report of its recommendations within one year of the passage of this concurrent resolution. The task force terminates upon the submission of the report.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 8

Bill HCONRES 8 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2023. Bill HCONRES 8 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 8's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Rules. as of January 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 8

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 8

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional operations and organization
- Congressional oversight
- Government information and archives
- Legislative rules and procedure

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 8

Establishing the Task Force on the Legislative Process.
Establishing the Task Force on the Legislative Process.

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