OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Regulatory Transparency Act of 2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_839.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-03-16.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- New, costly regulations must undergo a detailed economic analysis proving that benefits outweigh costs.
- Agencies must consider less burdensome alternatives and potential expiration dates (sunset dates) for new regulations.
- If an agency chooses a more expensive regulatory approach, it must publicly justify why the less costly alternative was rejected.
- The changes aim to reduce regulatory burdens, potentially impacting business operating costs and consumer prices.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Thune, John [R-SD].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate
Is this summary verified?
Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.
What is the impact of this bill?
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