Bill · H.R. 4587· House(119-HR-4587)
Independent Acting IGs Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 7/22/2025
- Last activity
- 7/22/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Steve Cohen
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, called the "Independent Acting IGs Act of 2025", amends title 5 of the United States Code to change how acting Inspectors General are appointed when there is a vacancy. It ensures that a judge from the court of appeals will appoint someone to fill the role temporarily. The bill also clarifies the order of succession for who can serve as acting Inspector General, prioritizing the first assistant to the position.
Yes
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The bill ensures more independent appointments of acting Inspectors General which could improve government transparency.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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The bill aims to ensure that Inspector General positions are filled more quickly and independently when a vacancy occurs, because it says a judge will be the one to select the person in the role. (Section 2)
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The bill prioritizes the first assistant to the Inspector General position to serve as acting Inspector General. (Section 2(a)(2)(C)) This might mean that someone familiar with the office and its work will be in charge during the vacancy, which could provide some stability.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- I don't see anything in this bill that would negatively impact people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- 7/22/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Introduced in House