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Guidance Clarity Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 108
Bill 118 s 108, also known as the Guidance Clarity Act of 2023, aims to provide clarity and transparency in the regulatory process by requiring federal agencies to clearly state the legal basis for their guidance documents. These guidance documents are often used by agencies to provide direction on how to comply with regulations, but they can sometimes be confusing or unclear.
The bill requires agencies to make their guidance documents easily accessible to the public and to clearly state the legal authority under which the guidance was issued. This will help ensure that businesses and individuals understand the basis for the guidance and can more easily comply with regulations.
Additionally, the bill requires agencies to periodically review their guidance documents to ensure they are up to date and accurate. This will help prevent outdated or incorrect guidance from causing confusion or leading to non-compliance with regulations. Overall, the Guidance Clarity Act of 2023 aims to improve the regulatory process by increasing transparency and clarity in the guidance documents issued by federal agencies. This will help businesses and individuals better understand and comply with regulations, ultimately leading to a more efficient and effective regulatory system.
The bill requires agencies to make their guidance documents easily accessible to the public and to clearly state the legal authority under which the guidance was issued. This will help ensure that businesses and individuals understand the basis for the guidance and can more easily comply with regulations.
Additionally, the bill requires agencies to periodically review their guidance documents to ensure they are up to date and accurate. This will help prevent outdated or incorrect guidance from causing confusion or leading to non-compliance with regulations. Overall, the Guidance Clarity Act of 2023 aims to improve the regulatory process by increasing transparency and clarity in the guidance documents issued by federal agencies. This will help businesses and individuals better understand and comply with regulations, ultimately leading to a more efficient and effective regulatory system.
Congressional Summary of S 108
Guidance Clarity Act of 2023
This bill requires federal agencies to state on the first page of guidance documents that such guidance (1) does not have the force and effect of law, and (2) is intended only to provide clarity to the public about existing legal requirements or agency policies.
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Current Status of Bill S 108
Bill S 108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill S 108 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 26, 2023. Bill S 108's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 58. as of May 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 108
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 108
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Government information and archives
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 108
Guidance Clarity Act of 2023
Guidance Clarity Act of 2023
Guidance Clarity Act of 2023
A bill to require a guidance clarity statement on certain agency guidance, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 108
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