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ARTICLE ONE Act
3/12/2024, 6:51 PM
Summary of Bill S 1912
Bill 118 s 1912, also known as the ARTICLE ONE Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address various issues related to government transparency and accountability.
One key provision of the ARTICLE ONE Act is the requirement for all federal agencies to publish detailed reports on their activities and expenditures. This is aimed at increasing transparency and ensuring that taxpayers are aware of how their money is being spent.
Another important aspect of the bill is the establishment of a new oversight committee, known as the Government Accountability Office (GAO), which will be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the legislation and ensuring that federal agencies are complying with the new reporting requirements. Additionally, the ARTICLE ONE Act includes provisions aimed at reducing government waste and inefficiency. This includes measures to streamline government operations and eliminate unnecessary spending. Overall, the ARTICLE ONE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to improve government transparency and accountability. If passed, it has the potential to have a significant impact on how federal agencies operate and how taxpayer dollars are spent.
One key provision of the ARTICLE ONE Act is the requirement for all federal agencies to publish detailed reports on their activities and expenditures. This is aimed at increasing transparency and ensuring that taxpayers are aware of how their money is being spent.
Another important aspect of the bill is the establishment of a new oversight committee, known as the Government Accountability Office (GAO), which will be responsible for monitoring the implementation of the legislation and ensuring that federal agencies are complying with the new reporting requirements. Additionally, the ARTICLE ONE Act includes provisions aimed at reducing government waste and inefficiency. This includes measures to streamline government operations and eliminate unnecessary spending. Overall, the ARTICLE ONE Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to improve government transparency and accountability. If passed, it has the potential to have a significant impact on how federal agencies operate and how taxpayer dollars are spent.
Congressional Summary of S 1912
Assuring that Robust, Thorough, and Informed Congressional Leadership is Exercised Over National Emergencies Act or the ARTICLE ONE Act
This bill terminates a presidential declaration of a national emergency after 30 days if Congress does not pass a joint resolution approving the declaration. Currently, such a declaration may continue until Congress passes a joint resolution disapproving the declaration.
The bill requires the President to transmit to Congress, with any proclamation declaring a national emergency or executive order specifying emergency powers or authorities or renewing a national emergency, a written report that includes
- a description of the circumstances necessitating the declaration, renewal, or use of a new emergency authority specified in the executive order;
- the estimated duration of the emergency, or a statement that the duration cannot reasonably be estimated;
- a summary of the actions the President or other officers intend to take and the statutory authorities they expect to rely on in addressing the emergency; and
- in the case of a renewal of the emergency, a summary of the actions the President or other officers have taken in the preceding one-year period to address the emergency.
The bill requires periodic reports on the status of emergencies.
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Current Status of Bill S 1912
Bill S 1912 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2023. Bill S 1912 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2023.  Bill S 1912's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of June 8, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1912
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
10Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1912
Primary Policy Focus
Emergency ManagementAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1912
ARTICLE ONE Act
ARTICLE ONE Act
Assuring that Robust, Thorough, and Informed Congressional Leadership is Exercised Over National Emergencies Act
A bill to provide for congressional approval of national emergency declarations.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1912
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