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To promote accountability and transparency in future executive orders.
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 179
Bill 118 hr 179, also known as the "Accountability and Transparency in Executive Orders Act," aims to increase oversight and transparency in the process of issuing executive orders by the President of the United States. The bill requires the President to provide a detailed explanation and justification for each executive order issued, including how it aligns with existing laws and the Constitution.
Additionally, the bill mandates that all executive orders be made publicly available on a centralized government website within 24 hours of issuance. This will allow for greater scrutiny and understanding of the actions taken by the President through executive orders.
Furthermore, the bill establishes a bipartisan commission to review and evaluate the impact of executive orders on the American people and the economy. This commission will provide recommendations to Congress on potential reforms to the executive order process to ensure accountability and transparency in the future. Overall, Bill 118 hr 179 seeks to hold the President accountable for their actions through executive orders and increase transparency in the decision-making process. It aims to ensure that executive orders are in line with the law and the will of the American people.
Additionally, the bill mandates that all executive orders be made publicly available on a centralized government website within 24 hours of issuance. This will allow for greater scrutiny and understanding of the actions taken by the President through executive orders.
Furthermore, the bill establishes a bipartisan commission to review and evaluate the impact of executive orders on the American people and the economy. This commission will provide recommendations to Congress on potential reforms to the executive order process to ensure accountability and transparency in the future. Overall, Bill 118 hr 179 seeks to hold the President accountable for their actions through executive orders and increase transparency in the decision-making process. It aims to ensure that executive orders are in line with the law and the will of the American people.
Congressional Summary of HR 179
This bill requires the President to provide Congress and the public with certain information at least 30 days before issuing an executive order related to agriculture, food, and the livelihood of farmers, ranchers, and producers in the United States.
Before issuing such an order, the President shall provide Congress and the public with (1) the executive order text, (2) a list of the federal laws affected, (3) information about how the President is working within the parameters of federal law and the Constitution, (4) information about how the executive order will be accomplished, and (5) a list of all the individuals and entities that the President engaged with before issuing the order.
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Current Status of Bill HR 179
Bill HR 179 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 179 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 179's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 179
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 HR 179
Primary Policy Focus
Agriculture and FoodPotential Impact Areas
- Agricultural practices and innovations
- Congressional oversight
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Food industry and services
- Government information and archives
- Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 179
To promote accountability and transparency in future executive orders.
To promote accountability and transparency in future executive orders.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 179
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