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Faster Government Agency Responses to Congressional Inquiries

New rules aim to speed up how Congress gets information from government agencies. This means citizens can expect more transparency and quicker problem-solving, as Congress will have better access to data needed for decision-making.
Key points
Government agencies must respond to Congressional committee requests within 45 days, or by an alternative deadline set by the committee.
Fewer committee members (7 in the House, 5 in the Senate) can now independently request information.
Committees can sue in court if an agency fails to provide requested information on time.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7357
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Process start date: 2022-04-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REACT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7357.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Government agencies must respond to Congressional committee requests within 45 days, or by an alternative deadline set by the committee.
  • Fewer committee members (7 in the House, 5 in the Senate) can now independently request information.
  • Committees can sue in court if an agency fails to provide requested information on time.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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