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Increased Congressional Oversight of Government Guidance

This bill aims to bring certain directives issued by government entities that are not formal agencies, but act under presidential authority, under Congressional review. This means more government instructions and interpretations will be subject to public scrutiny and potential change by Congress, increasing transparency of executive actions.
Key points
Guidance issued by entities acting under presidential authority will be treated as "rules" subject to Congressional review.
Expands the definitions of "Federal agency" and "guidance" for the purpose of this oversight.
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Print number: 117_S_4427
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Process start date: 2022-06-16