H.R. 8162: Regulatory Review Improvement Act of 2026
The Regulatory Review Improvement Act of 2026 aims to modify how federal agencies review their existing regulations. Here are the main objectives and changes proposed in the bill:
Periodic Reviews of Agency Rules
The bill seeks to amend Section 610 of Title 5 in the United States Code to enhance the review process of rules set by agencies. The key changes include:
- Public Comments: Agencies are required not only to conduct reviews of their existing rules but also to solicit public comments on whether those rules should remain in effect. This adds a layer of public involvement in the regulatory process.
- Statement of Delay: If an agency delays a review, it must provide an explanation for the delay in its official statement. Furthermore, the bill reduces the maximum delay period from five years to one year at a time, ensuring more frequent evaluations.
Review Process Enhancements
The bill introduces several modifications to improve the review process:
- Inclusion of Analyses: Agencies must include any analyses or summaries they have conducted concerning the rules as part of their review. This aims to ensure that decisions are based on comprehensive data.
- Compliance Costs: Agencies are now required to report the costs of compliance and the number of paperwork hours each rule has required since its implementation. This transparency may help identify overly burdensome regulations.
- Economic Analyses: In reviews, agencies will need to provide an economic analysis of each rule. This analysis must focus on the implications of the rule, enhancing the understanding of its impact on stakeholders.
Summary of Comments
Before any review is conducted, agencies must prepare a summary that includes qualitative and quantitative analyses of the public comments received. This requirement aims to ensure that agencies consider public input thoroughly and transparently in their decision-making processes.
Implementation Timeline
The specific timeline for the implementation of these changes will be determined by the Speaker of the House, following the bill's passage.
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Mar. 30, 2026 | Introduced in House |
| Mar. 30, 2026 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Small Business, 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. |
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