HB121
Type: B Origin: House USA Comments: 0

Limiting Emergency Powers Act Of 2023

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The "Limiting Emergency Powers Act of 2023" is a federal bill aimed at restricting the emergency powers granted to the President during national emergencies. The main provisions of the bill include establishing specific criteria for declaring and extending emergencies, requiring congressional approval for emergency declarations lasting beyond a certain period, and enhancing oversight mechanisms to ensure accountability and transparency in the use of emergency powers. This bill seeks to safeguard against potential abuses of emergency authority and restore checks and balances within the government. If passed, it would significantly impact how emergencies are declared and managed in the United States.

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  • 2023-01-09: Introduced in House

  • 2023-01-09: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Rules, 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.

  • 2023-02-01: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

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