Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR11

Introduced

1/3/25

Refer

1/3/25

Caption

Fair Representation AmendmentThis resolution directs specified House committees to conduct a comprehensive review of laws within their jurisdiction and to recommend changes to eliminate excessive executive branch discretion in the application of those laws. Thereafter, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform must report legislation containing all such recommendations with the short title Article One Restoration Act.The requirement applies to the following House committees:AgricultureArmed ServicesBudgetEducation and WorkforceEnergy and CommerceFinancial ServicesForeign AffairsJudiciaryNatural ResourcesOversight and Government ReformScience, Space, and TechnologySmall BusinessTransportation and InfrastructureVeterans’ AffairsWays and MeansPermanent Select Committee on Intelligence

Impact

The implementation of HR11 could lead to significant changes in how laws are enforced and interpreted, particularly those that involve regulatory discretion by the Executive Branch. By compelling various committees, including those on Agriculture, Armed Services, and Financial Services, to assess and propose changes to current laws, HR11 aims to foster a more consistent and representative application of laws across different sectors. This could potentially standardize processes and reduce arbitrary decision-making by the Executive, thereby increasing transparency within governmental operations.

Summary

HR11, titled the 'Fair Representation Amendment', seeks to authorize and direct certain committees to review existing laws within their jurisdictions with the intent of eliminating excessive executive branch discretion in the application of those laws. This resolution underscores the goal of enhancing accountability and legislative oversight over the actions of the Executive Branch. By mandating these reviews, the bill emphasizes the importance of legislative checks and balances in government, aiming to curb any overreach that might arise from executive authority.

Contention

Notably, HR11 may face contention regarding the extent of its impact on the balance of power within the government. Some may argue that limiting executive discretion could hinder the ability of the executive branch to respond swiftly and effectively to changing circumstances, particularly in areas requiring immediate action like disaster response or national security. Additionally, discussions surrounding this bill may reveal differing opinions on the appropriate role of legislative oversight and its implications for government efficiency and adaptability.

Congress_id

119-HRES-11

Policy_area

Congress

Introduced_date

2025-01-03

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR1584

Directing the Committee on Ethics to preserve and release records of the Committee's review of the alleged misconduct of Matthew Louis Gaetz II of Florida while serving as a Member of the House of Representatives.

US HR890

Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish the Committee on the Elimination of Nonessential Federal Programs.

US HR918

Directing certain committees to continue their ongoing investigations as part of the existing House of Representatives inquiry into whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to exercise its Constitutional power to impeach Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America, and for other purposes.

US HB397

Government Office Realignment And Closure Act of 2023 or the GORAC Act This bill directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to provide for an independent evaluation of federal agencies and programs to identify duplicative, wasteful, or outdated functions and provides for congressional consideration of legislation to implement recommendations from the evaluation. Specifically, the GAO must (1) procure the services of a nonfederal auditor to evaluate each federal program carried out in the previous 20 years, make recommendations on federal agencies and programs that should be realigned or eliminated, and report on such recommendations; and (2) take steps to assure that any work performed by such auditor complies with standards established by the GAO for audits of federal establishments, programs, activities, and functions. The GAO must provide for the relocation of federal employees whose positions are eliminated as a result of the implementation of recommendations included in the report.

US SR43

An original resolution authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

US HR1603

US HR1608

Directing the Committee on Ethics of the House of Representatives to release to the public the committee's report on its investigation into allegations against former Representative Matt Gaetz.

US HR1609

US HR197

Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress.

US HR11

Establishing the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

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