Restoring Checks and Balances Act

# Restoring Checks and Balances Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Restoring Checks and Balances Act aims to increase Congress's oversight power over federal agencies and their regulations. Specifically, it would require Congress to approve major new regulations before they go into effect, rather than allowing agencies to implement them independently. This is intended to shift regulatory authority back to elected representatives in Congress, rather than having unelected agency officials make rules that affect Americans' daily lives. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** The bill would impact federal agencies (like the EPA, OSHA, and FDA), businesses subject to new regulations, and ultimately the general public.

Key provisions likely include establishing a threshold for what counts as a "major" regulation requiring Congressional approval and creating a process for Congress to review and vote on proposed rules. This could slow down the regulatory process, as agency rules would need to go through Congress's often lengthy legislative process. **Current Status** As of now, the bill is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process and would need to pass committee review, House passage, Senate approval, and presidential signature to become law.