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Restoring Separation of Powers: Limiting Presidential Authority

This act aims to limit the powers of the U.S. President, restoring greater congressional oversight over executive decisions. This means presidential orders will have less legal force, and declaring states of emergency will require congressional approval. For citizens, this could mean greater transparency and predictability in government actions, as important decisions will require broader consensus.
Key points
Presidential orders will not have the force of law and will be limited to the executive branch, with few exceptions.
The President must state the specific legal basis for each order; otherwise, it will be invalid.
All current states of emergency will terminate after 90 days, and future emergency declarations will require congressional approval.
Citizens, states, and members of Congress will gain the right to challenge presidential orders that exceed the President's authority.
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Print number: 118_HR_464
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Separation of Powers Restoration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_464.

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 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Presidential orders will not have the force of law and will be limited to the executive branch, with few exceptions.
  • The President must state the specific legal basis for each order; otherwise, it will be invalid.
  • All current states of emergency will terminate after 90 days, and future emergency declarations will require congressional approval.
  • Citizens, states, and members of Congress will gain the right to challenge presidential orders that exceed the President's authority.
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. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9].

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 2025-12-25.

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