Passed House
2 bills
REINS Act
The Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act would require Congress to approve any new federal regulation that has an annual economic impact of $100 million or more before it can take effect. Currently, agencies can issue major rules without congressional approval unless Congress actively blocks them. This bill reverses that, requiring affirmative votes in both chambers. Supporters say it restores legislative authority over costly regulations, while critics argue it would slow down critical rulemaking on health, safety, and environmental protections.
SAVE Act
The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act would require individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. States would be required to verify citizenship using government databases, and non-citizens found on voter rolls would be removed. The bill provides a process for voters who cannot immediately prove citizenship to cast provisional ballots. Critics argue it could disenfranchise eligible voters who lack documentation, while supporters say it strengthens election integrity.