Zero Based Regulations Act

# Zero Based Regulations Act (S. 1556) Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill would change how federal agencies create and maintain regulations. Under a "zero-based" approach, agencies would need to periodically review all their existing rules and justify keeping them—similar to zero-based budgeting in finance. Rather than regulations automatically staying in place unless repealed, they would need affirmative approval to continue.

The bill aims to reduce what sponsors view as outdated or unnecessary regulations accumulating in the federal system. **Who It Affects:** This would impact federal agencies across government, businesses that comply with regulations, and potentially consumers depending on which rules are eliminated or modified. Industries heavily regulated (like environmental, financial, and healthcare sectors) would likely be most affected. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. As with most bills at this stage, its prospects for passage remain uncertain and would depend on committee action and broader legislative priorities. **Note:** Specific details about provisions (review timelines, exemptions, implementation requirements) were not available in the information provided, so the summary reflects the general framework of zero-based regulation approaches.