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Stricter Oversight and Transparency for Federal Agency Rulemaking

This Act amends procedures for federal rulemaking, requiring agencies to conduct detailed cost-benefit analysis and public justification for major regulations. Citizens gain greater transparency as data and studies underlying proposed rules must be placed in the docket and made accessible to the public. The goal is to ensure agencies adopt alternatives that maximize net benefits within their statutory authority.
Key points
For 'major rules' (annual economic effect of $100 million or more), agencies must adopt the alternative that maximizes net benefits, unless prohibited by law or an exception is approved by the Administrator.
All studies, models, and data relied upon by the agency to propose rules must be placed in the docket and made accessible to the public.
A comment period of not less than 90 days is established for 'major rules' and 'high-impact rules,' along with the ability to petition for a public hearing on disputed factual issues for high-impact rules.
Courts will review agency factual findings regarding 'high-impact rules' (annual economic effect of $500 million or more) based on a 'substantial evidence' standard.
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Print number: 118_HR_442
Sponsor: Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24]
Process start date: 2023-01-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Regulatory Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_442.

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 2023-01-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • For 'major rules' (annual economic effect of $100 million or more), agencies must adopt the alternative that maximizes net benefits, unless prohibited by law or an exception is approved by the Administrator.
  • All studies, models, and data relied upon by the agency to propose rules must be placed in the docket and made accessible to the public.
  • A comment period of not less than 90 days is established for 'major rules' and 'high-impact rules,' along with the ability to petition for a public hearing on disputed factual issues for high-impact rules.
  • Courts will review agency factual findings regarding 'high-impact rules' (annual economic effect of $500 million or more) based on a 'substantial evidence' standard.
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. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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