GOOD Act

Hozzl · 2025-03-07T04:23:18Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1515 GOOD Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/7/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1515

Bill 119 HR 1515, also known as the "Guidance Out of Darkness Act," aims to increase access to agency guidance documents. These documents provide important information and instructions on how to comply with federal regulations. The bill requires federal agencies to make these guidance documents easily accessible to the public on their websites.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that these guidance documents are clear, concise, and easy to understand. It requires agencies to periodically review and update their guidance documents to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the use of guidance documents by federal agencies. It requires agencies to provide notice and an opportunity for public comment before issuing significant guidance documents. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1515 aims to improve the accessibility and quality of agency guidance documents, making it easier for individuals and businesses to understand and comply with federal regulations.

Congressional Summary of HR 1515

Guidance Out Of Darkness Act or the GOOD Act

This bill establishes requirements concerning the posting of agency guidance documents. Specifically, an agency must publish guidance documents online on the dates they are issued, publish all of its guidance documents that are in effect in a single location on a designated website, display a hyperlink on its website that provides access to the guidance documents on such website, and indicate on such website if a guidance document has been rescinded.

The documents must be categorized as guidance documents and further divided into subcategories.

No later than five years after the enactment of this bill, the Government Accountability Office must report on agency compliance with these requirements.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1515

Bill HR 1515 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since March 4, 2025. Bill HR 1515 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2025. Bill HR 1515's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. as of March 4, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1515

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1515

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Government information and archives

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1515

To increase access to agency guidance documents.

Comments

Isabela Glenn

493

8 months ago

I can't believe this bill is actually being considered! It's going to have such a negative impact on so many people, including myself. I've read up on it and it's clear that this bill will only benefit big corporations and the wealthy, while leaving the rest of us struggling. It's important to speak up and make sure our voices are heard on this issue. Let's fight for policies that truly benefit all Americans, not just a select few. #HRBill1515GOODAct #NotForThePeople Who benefits from the United States HR Bill 1515 GOOD Act: Big corporations and the wealthy.