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Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1155

The Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 s 1155, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within the Federal Reserve System. The bill seeks to address concerns about the lack of oversight and accountability of the Federal Reserve, which is responsible for setting monetary policy and regulating the nation's financial institutions.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the requirement for the Federal Reserve to conduct regular audits of its operations and activities. This would provide greater transparency into the decision-making process of the Federal Reserve and ensure that its actions are in line with its mandate to promote maximum employment, stable prices, and moderate long-term interest rates.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase the accountability of the Federal Reserve by requiring the Chair of the Federal Reserve to testify before Congress on a regular basis and provide detailed explanations for its policy decisions. This would help to ensure that the Federal Reserve is held accountable for its actions and that its policies are in the best interest of the American people. Overall, the Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the oversight and accountability of the Federal Reserve System, ensuring that it operates in a transparent and responsible manner. By increasing transparency and accountability, the bill seeks to promote trust and confidence in the Federal Reserve and its ability to effectively manage the nation's monetary policy.

Congressional Summary of S 1155

Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023

This bill changes the appointment of certain officials to the of Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and makes other changes to the operation of the board and Federal Reserve banks.

Specifically, the bill

  • requires the President to appoint a general counsel for the board with the advice and consent of the Senate;
  • requires the President, rather than each bank's board of directors, to appoint presidents of Federal Reserve banks;
  • reduces the number of Federal Reserve districts from 12 to 5;
  • allows the President to appoint two members to the board from any one Federal Reserve district; and
  • prohibits the use of any board or Federal Reserve bank funds for lobbying activities.

Current Status of Bill S 1155

Bill S 1155 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1155 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023.  Bill S 1155's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1155

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1155

Primary Policy Focus

Finance and Financial Sector

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1155

Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023
Federal Reserve Accountability Act of 2023
A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to provide greater accountability to the Federal Reserve System, and for other purposes.

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