House vote: H.R. 357 // December 12, 2023
Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act
Sponsor: Ben Cline (R-VA)
This bill requires, subject to a limited exception, that any agency rule promulgated under notice and comment procedures must be issued and signed by an individual who was appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs must issue guidance for agencies to implement this requirement.
Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 3.2% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 218 | 50.7% |
| Nay | Lost | 203 | 46.1% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 3.2% |