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Federal Agency Sunset Commission: Reviewing and Abolishing Inefficient Agencies

This bill establishes a new commission to regularly review all federal agencies. The goal is to assess their efficiency and continued necessity. Unless reauthorized by Congress, agencies will be abolished, potentially impacting public services and government spending.
Key points
Establishes a Federal Agency Sunset Commission to review all federal agencies at least every 12 years.
Agencies not reauthorized by Congress will be abolished, potentially changing how public services are delivered.
The Commission will evaluate agency efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and potential for consolidation to save taxpayer money.
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Print number: 118_HR_1206
Sponsor: Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]
Process start date: 2023-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Agency Sunset Commission Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1206.

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 2023-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a Federal Agency Sunset Commission to review all federal agencies at least every 12 years.
  • Agencies not reauthorized by Congress will be abolished, potentially changing how public services are delivered.
  • The Commission will evaluate agency efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and potential for consolidation to save taxpayer money.
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. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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