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Senate Urges HHS to Restore Full Public Input on Health Regulation Changes.

The US Senate expresses its view that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) should withdraw its recent decision to reduce opportunities for public notice and comment on new regulations. This resolution aims to ensure that citizens, program beneficiaries, and service providers maintain their full ability to influence policies that profoundly affect their daily lives and access to essential services. Maintaining open procedures is critical to preventing arbitrary or harmful changes to crucial government programs.
Key points
Protecting the public's right to full participation in the rulemaking process for health and human services policies.
Calling for the withdrawal of the HHS plan that would shorten the time available for public comments on new regulations.
Affirming existing, open procedures to prevent arbitrary or harmful changes to critical government programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_198
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2025-05-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a reduction in public notice and comment opportunities.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_198.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Protecting the public's right to full participation in the rulemaking process for health and human services policies.
  • Calling for the withdrawal of the HHS plan that would shorten the time available for public comments on new regulations.
  • Affirming existing, open procedures to prevent arbitrary or harmful changes to critical government programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

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 2025-12-31.

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