Midnight Rules Relief Act of 2025
January 21, 2025
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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
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This bill establishes a mechanism for Congress to review and potentially overturn federal regulations issued in the final months of a presidential term, which could impact the implementation of new federal policies.
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Federal Agencies
Federal agencies would be subject to new congressional oversight procedures for regulations finalized during the end of a presidential term.
Congress
Congress would gain a formal mechanism to review and potentially overturn specific federal regulations.
Current stage: in_committee.
Floor Vote.
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Why It Matters
This bill establishes a mechanism for Congress to review and potentially overturn federal regulations issued in the final months of a presidential term, which could impact the implementation of new federal policies.
Key Facts
- The bill is designated as 'S' (Senate bill).
- The bill has been read twice in the Senate.
- The bill is currently under review by the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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