A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, the Budget, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill requires the President and federal agencies to seek congressional approval before certain major Executive Orders and rules can take effect. For major actions, the President must submit a detailed report including data, economic studies, and cost-benefit analyses to Congress and the Comptroller General. A joint resolution of approval must be enacted by Congress within a specific timeframe for these major actions to proceed. The legislation also establishes procedures for the review of nonmajor rules through congressional disapproval. Additionally, it provides specific exceptions for emergencies, national security, and criminal law enforcement.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +6
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill requires the President and agencies to publish detailed data, scientific studies, and cost-benefit analyses online for public access.
- Scored +2
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill requires agencies to assess whether major rules impose new mandates on private-sector activity.
- Scored +1
Is this likely to grow the economy?
The bill requires detailed economic studies and cost-benefit analyses for major actions, which may lead to more economically sound decision-making.
The opposite· 3 of 6
- Scored -5
Does this give the federal government more power?
The bill reduces the unilateral authority of the President and federal agencies by requiring congressional approval for major actions.
- Scored -2
Is this likely to create jobs?
The requirement for congressional approval of major rules could delay or prevent regulations intended to foster job growth.
- Scored -1
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The delay in rule implementation could slow the delivery of new or modified veteran benefits.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Transparency for Major Actions: The President must publish a list of information used for Executive Orders, including data, scientific studies, and cost-sbenefit analyses, and explain how the public can access this online (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Economic Oversight of Rules: Federal agencies must provide a complete copy of cost-benefit analyses, including any jobs added or lost, to the Comptroller General and Congress (Section 4, Section 801(a)(1)(B)(i)).
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Assessment of Private-Sector Impact: The Comptroller General is required to report to committees whether a major rule imposes new limits or mandates on private-sector activity (Section 4, Section 801(a)(2)(A)).
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Accountability via Study: The Comptroller General must conduct a study to determine how many rules are in effect and the total estimated economic cost imposed by them, providing a report to Congress within one year (Section 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Delays in Implementation: Major Executive Orders and rules cannot take effect until a joint resolution of approval is enacted, which may delay necessary actions (Section 2(a)(3) and Section 4, Section 801(a)(3)).
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Restrictions During Emergencies: While the President can make a rule take effect for 90 days for imminent threats to health, safety, or national security, the standard procedure still requires congressional approval for long-term effect (Section 2(c)).
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Risk of Unapproved Rules Due to Timing: If a joint resolution is not enacted within 70 session or legislative days, the Executive Order or rule is deemed not approved and cannot take effect (Section 2(b)(2) and Section 4, Section 801(b)(2)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires the President and agencies to publish detailed data, scientific studies, and cost-benefit analyses online for public access. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill reduces the unilateral authority of the President and federal agencies by requiring congressional approval for major actions.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The delay in rule implementation could slow the delivery of new or modified veteran benefits.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make housing cost less? — Legislative delays in implementing federal rules could slow down housing assistance programs.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill requires agencies to assess whether major rules impose new mandates on private-sector activity. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The potential delay of regulatory actions could negatively affect social safety net programs. Would union members be better off under this? — Rules intended to protect labor interests could be delayed by the new congressional approval process.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — The bill requires detailed economic studies and cost-benefit analyses for major actions, which may lead to more economically sound decision-making. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill mandates reporting on whether major rules impose new limits or mandates on private-ssector activity. Is this likely to create jobs? — The requirement for congressional approval of major rules could delay or prevent regulations intended to foster job growth.
- 1/7/2026
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, the Budget, and Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Introduced in House