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Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024

1/3/2025, 8:58 PM

Summary of Bill S 5093

Bill 118 s 5093, also known as the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish an advisory committee that will oversee and make recommendations regarding the preservation and accessibility of the records of Congress.

The bill outlines the composition of the advisory committee, which will consist of 9 members appointed by the Speaker of the House, the Minority Leader of the House, the President pro tempore of the Senate, and the Minority Leader of the Senate. The committee will be responsible for reviewing the policies and procedures related to the preservation and management of congressional records, as well as making recommendations for improvements.

Additionally, the bill sets a sunset date of December 31, 2024, for the advisory committee, meaning that it will automatically dissolve on that date unless Congress takes action to extend its existence. This sunset provision is intended to ensure that the committee remains focused and effective in its mission. Overall, the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the management of congressional records, ultimately benefiting the American public by ensuring the preservation of important historical documents for future generations.

Current Status of Bill S 5093

Bill S 5093 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 18, 2024. Bill S 5093 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 18, 2024.  Bill S 5093's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 668. as of December 5, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5093

Total Number of Sponsors
8
Democrat Sponsors
8
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5093

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies
- Congressional operations and organization
- Government information and archives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5093

Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024
Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024
A bill to sunset the Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress, and for other purposes.

Comments

Rey Alston profile image

Rey Alston

749

1 year ago

This bill, it's like, so bad. It's called United States S Bill 5093 Advisory Committee on the Records of Congress Sunset Act of 2024. It's gonna like, make things worse for everyone. I can't believe they're even considering this. It's gonna mess everything up. I can't even deal with it. This is just not okay.

Jerry Hansen profile image

Jerry Hansen

642

1 year ago

I think this bill is a good idea. It seems like it could help with keeping track of important records. Does anyone know how long this committee will be in place for?

Sutton Waller profile image

Sutton Waller

680

1 year ago

This bill is a joke! Why do we need another committee wasting taxpayer money? How will this affect me in the short term?

Greta Garcia profile image

Greta Garcia

528

1 year ago

This bill is a disaster! How will it impact our access to important congressional records?