OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Federal Reserve Independence Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_957.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2023-03-23.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Employees of banks and Fed-regulated entities are banned from serving on the boards of Federal Reserve banks.
- Fed employees and board members face a total ban on owning stock or investing in any company regulated by the Fed.
- The selection process for regional board members (Class A and B) changes from election by banks to designation by the Fed's Board of Governors, reducing bank influence.
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. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].
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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