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Increased Congressional Oversight on Federal Reserve Monetary Programs.

This bill mandates greater Congressional oversight over the Federal Reserve's quantitative easing/tightening and emergency lending programs. The Fed must publicly report the projected impact of these actions on inflation, public debt, and potential taxpayer losses. Crucially, these major financial programs cannot continue for more than one year without explicit approval from Congress, ensuring greater accountability.
Key points
The Fed must publish detailed reports, including projections on how its programs will affect inflation and national debt, providing transparency for citizens.
Emergency lending and asset purchase programs (QE/QT) are limited to one year unless Congress specifically authorizes an extension.
Congress gains the power to disapprove and overturn major Federal Reserve programs, increasing the central bank's accountability to elected officials.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2411
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-07-20