Restoring Checks and Balances Act

This bill says that most new rules made by federal agencies would automatically expire five years after they take effect, unless Congress specifically votes to keep them in place. Certain types of rules are excluded, such as those related to the military, foreign affairs, criminal law enforcement, agency staffing, or emergencies threatening public health or safety. Once a rule expires, the agency cannot enforce it or create a new version of it. If an agency wants Congress to keep a rule, it must send a report explaining why the rule should continue and include any related information requested by congressional leaders.

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