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S.8: Returning Government to the American People Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced Jan. 6, 2009
- Latest Major Action Jan. 7, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Returning Government to the American People Act - Declares that: (1) the Bush Administration should not rush into effect major new controversial regulations in its closing days; (2) the incoming Administration, working with the Congress, should review and, if appropriate, revise or reject such regulations; and (3) Congress should enact and the President should sign legislation necessary to ensure the new Administration has that opportunity.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
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Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read the First Time.
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Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 8.
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| Jan. 6, 2009 |
Introduced in the Senate by Harry Reid (D-Nev.) |