Legislative Branch Agencies Clarification Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6028 Legislative Branch Agencies Clarification Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Congress. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/19/2026, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6028

The Legislative Branch Agencies Clarification Act, introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 6028 on November 12, 2025, aims to provide clarity and define the roles of various agencies within the legislative branch. The bill likely includes provisions to specify the responsibilities, jurisdiction, and functions of these agencies to ensure efficient and effective operations. For further details and the full text of the bill, refer to the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr6028/BILLS-119hr6028ih.pdf.

Congressional Summary of HR 6028

Legislative Branch Agencies Clarification Act

This bill revises the procedures for appointing and removing the Librarian of Congress, the Director of the Government Publishing Office (GPO), and the Register of Copyrights.

Specifically, the bill requires the Librarian and the Director of GPO to be appointed by a bipartisan congressional commission, based on procedures outlined by the bill and without regard to political affiliation. (Currently, these positions are appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.) The Librarian and the Director of GPO may only be removed from office by a majority vote of the majority and minority leaders of the House of Representatives and the Senate.

Additionally, the bill requires the Librarian and the Director of GPO to each appoint a deputy within a set time frame and outlines related procedures.

The bill removes the Library of Congress's (LOC's) supervisory authority over the Copyright Office. LOC and other legislative agencies may provide support services to the Copyright Office.

The bill requires the Register of Copyrights to be (1) a U.S. citizen with a background and experience in copyright law, and (2) appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. (Currently, the Register is appointed by the Librarian.) The bill limits the term of office for the Register to 10 years, but the individual may be reappointed.

The bill also requires GPO to establish and maintain a human capital management system and outlines the requirements for the system.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6028

Bill HR 6028 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 12, 2025. Bill HR 6028 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on November 12, 2025. Bill HR 6028's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 11 - 0. as of May 14, 2026