H.R. 4917 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Federal Regulatory Improvement Act of 2004
H.R. 4917 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Jul 22, 2004, sponsored by Chris Cannon with 35 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jul 22, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 35
- Policy area
- Law
- Public law
- Public Law 108-401
What it does
Federal Regulatory Improvement Act of 2004 - Revises the purpose of the Administrative Conference of the United States to include: (1) promoting more effective public participation and efficiency in the rulemaking process; (2) reducing unnecessary litigation in the regulatory process; (3) improving the use of science in the regulatory process; and (4) improving the effectiveness of laws applicable to the regulatory process.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Chris Cannon (R-UT). Co-sponsors: 17 Democrats, 18 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJul 22, 2004
- Passed the HouseOct 8, 2004
- Passed the SenateOct 11, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentOct 19, 2004
- Became lawOct 30, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-401. (Oct 30, 2004)
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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