Us Congress House Bill HB3072

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/29/25
• Refer: 4/29/25

Caption

DOGE Codification Act of 2025

Impact

The enactment of HB3072 will have implications for federal regulatory practices, specifically by codifying past actions that have sought to streamline operations within government agencies. It will bolster the sustainability of budgetary efficiencies recognized by the DOGE, allowing these measures to persist and be consistently applied across federal agencies. In aligning bureaucratic operations under this codification, the bill aims to enhance both the predictability and stability of governmental regulations, allowing agencies to focus on efficiency without the constant threat of policy reversal.

Summary

House Bill 3072, known as the DOGE Codification Act of 2025, is designed to formally acknowledge and preserve actions taken by the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) in the context of federal governance. The bill aims to ensure that all rules, policies, and procedures enacted by the DOGE will have the full legal force and effect, maintaining continuity in government operations and efficiency measures established under previous executive orders. This codification process is a significant step toward formalizing the efficiency-enhancing actions of Doge and ensuring they are safeguarded against future legislative changes unless directly modified by Congress or by DOGE itself.

Contention

While proponents argue that the DOGE Codification Act will create a more efficient governmental framework, there are underlying points of contention regarding the balance of power between government agencies and Congress. Critics may express concerns over the potential for an overreach by the DOGE, arguing that such codification could limit legislative checks on executive actions. As with many government reform initiatives, the debate may center around how much authority should be vested in executive agencies versus legislative oversight, reflecting broader tensions in the federal governance structure.