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HR10132FEDERALin_committee

ARTICLE ONE Act introduced to review congressional oversight of executive branch authority

Original title: ARTICLE ONE Act

August 20, 2026

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Where This Stands

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Last action
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.Aug 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This legislation seeks to re-evaluate the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches, potentially impacting how federal agencies implement regulations and executive orders.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Federal executive agencies

The bill proposes changes to the oversight of executive branch authority, which may alter how these agencies exercise delegated powers.

House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

The committee is tasked with reviewing the bill's provisions related to its jurisdiction.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

The ARTICLE ONE Act, introduced on August 20, 2026, initiates a formal review process for congressional oversight of executive branch actions. The bill has been referred to the House Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, Foreign Affairs, and Rules for initial consideration.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This legislation seeks to re-evaluate the balance of power between the legislative and executive branches, potentially impacting how federal agencies implement regulations and executive orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the ARTICLE ONE Act?
The bill is designed to address congressional oversight of executive branch authority.
What happens to the bill now?
It has been referred to three separate House committees—Transportation and Infrastructure, Foreign Affairs, and Rules—to determine if the provisions fall under their .

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Lobbying Activity

Protect Democracy United (formerly known as UNITED TO PROTECT DEMOCRACY)

$60,000

2025

GOVERNMENT ISSUES

In support of an amendment to the constitution regarding the presidential pardon power. Advocating for sets of questions to be asked during DOJ and OPM nominations to produce concessions and straight answers from nominees that might threaten the rule of law. In opposition to executive impoundments of Congressionally appropriated funds. In support of Congress's power of the purse powers during reconciliation process. In support of reforms to the National Emergencies Act through H.R.3988, the Article One Act. In opposition of the SAVE Act. In opposition to decreasing federal election funding, including funding for protection of elections officias and CISA. In support of proper enforcement of the Federal Vacancies Reform Act and proper use of recess appointments powers. In opposition to the Reorganization Act. In support of protecting the right to vote and preparation for/prevention of election subversion and certification issues. In support of educating Congressional members on preventing abuse of executive power, including restoring Congress as a meaningful check on executive authority.

Discoveries

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.

policy shift80% confidence

Increased focus on executive oversight

The introduction of the ARTICLE ONE Act signals a legislative effort to reclaim or clarify oversight authority over executive branch actions.

Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Transportation and InfrastructureHouse committee assigned to review the bill.Map →
organizationCommittee on Foreign AffairsHouse committee assigned to review the bill.Map →
organizationCommittee on RulesHouse committee assigned to review the bill.Map →

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