H.R. 5961 · 117th Congress · 2021–2022
To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
H.R. 5961 in the 117th Congress (2021–2022) became law — introduced on Nov 12, 2021, sponsored by Joe Neguse. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 117th Congress (2021–2022), Joe Biden was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Nov 12, 2021
- Co-sponsors
- 0
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Public law
- Public Law 117-286
What it does
This act restates current law concerning federal advisory committees, Offices of Inspector General, and financial disclosure requirements for federal personnel (including the President, Vice President, and executive branch officers and employees), as well as limitations on outside earned income and employment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedNov 12, 2021
- Passed the HouseDec 8, 2021
- Passed the SenateDec 20, 2022
- Sent to the PresidentDec 23, 2022
- Became lawDec 27, 2022
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 117-286. (Dec 27, 2022)
How Congress voted
- On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
House · Dec 8, 2021 · Passed413–3
Every roll call vote on this bill
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Committees
- Judiciary Committee
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