Bill · H.R. 6971· House(119-HR-6971)
___ Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 1/7/2026
- Last activity
- 1/7/2026 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, the Budget, and Oversight and Government Reform, 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.
- Sponsored by
- Mike Rogers
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill requires the President and federal agencies to seek congressional approval before certain major Executive Orders and rules can take effect. For major actions, the President must submit a detailed report including data, economic studies, and cost-benefit analyses to Congress and the Comptroller General. A joint resolution of approval must be enacted by Congress within a specific timeframe for these major actions to proceed. The legislation also establishes procedures for the review of nonmajor rules through congressional disapproval. Additionally, it provides specific exceptions for emergencies, national security, and criminal law enforcement.
Yes· 3 of 4
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6
The bill requires the President and agencies to publish detailed data, scientific studies, and cost-benefit analyses online for public access.
Would business owners be better off under this?+2
The bill requires agencies to assess whether major rules impose new mandates on private-sector activity.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+1
The bill requires detailed economic studies and cost-benefit analyses for major actions, which may lead to more economically sound decision-making.
The opposite· 3 of 6
Does this give the federal government more power?-5
The bill reduces the unilateral authority of the President and federal agencies by requiring congressional approval for major actions.
Is this likely to create jobs?-2
The requirement for congressional approval of major rules could delay or prevent regulations intended to foster job growth.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?-1
The delay in rule implementation could slow the delivery of new or modified veteran benefits.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Transparency for Major Actions: The President must publish a list of information used for Executive Orders, including data, scientific studies, and cost-sbenefit analyses, and explain how the public can access this online (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Economic Oversight of Rules: Federal agencies must provide a complete copy of cost-benefit analyses, including any jobs added or lost, to the Comptroller General and Congress (Section 4, Section 801(a)(1)(B)(i)).
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Assessment of Private-Sector Impact: The Comptroller General is required to report to committees whether a major rule imposes new limits or mandates on private-sector activity (Section 4, Section 801(a)(2)(A)).
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Accountability via Study: The Comptroller General must conduct a study to determine how many rules are in effect and the total estimated economic cost imposed by them, providing a report to Congress within one year (Section 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Delays in Implementation: Major Executive Orders and rules cannot take effect until a joint resolution of approval is enacted, which may delay necessary actions (Section 2(a)(3) and Section 4, Section 801(a)(3)).
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Restrictions During Emergencies: While the President can make a rule take effect for 90 days for imminent threats to health, safety, or national security, the standard procedure still requires congressional approval for long-term effect (Section 2(c)).
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Risk of Unapproved Rules Due to Timing: If a joint resolution is not enacted within 70 session or legislative days, the Executive Order or rule is deemed not approved and cannot take effect (Section 2(b)(2) and Section 4, Section 801(b)(2)).
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+6Increases Federal Power-5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits-1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing-1
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Low Income Households-1Good For Union Workers-1
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+1Improves Small Business Support+1Increases Job Creation-2
- 1/7/2026
- Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, the Budget, and Oversight and Government Reform, 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.
- Introduced in House