Search Results: keywords:"commission powers"

  • H. R. 489 — To establish the Federal Agency Sunset Commission.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:5,193

    H. R. 489 proposes the creation of the "Federal Agency Sunset Commission" to periodically review and determine the necessity of federal agencies. Every federal agency would be evaluated at least once every 12 years to decide whether it should be abolished or reauthorized. The...

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    The government is thinking about making a special group called the "Sunset Commission" to check on important projects every 12 years and decide if they should keep going or stop, kind of like spring cleaning to see what they still need. This group will focus on making things work better and not spending too much money while making sure that important tasks aren't forgotten.

  • H. R. 8302 — To establish a commission to review the programs of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and make recommendations for legislative reforms, and for other purposes.
    Status:Reported in House
    Words:4,126

    H.R. 8302 aims to set up a commission to review and evaluate the programs of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The commission will focus on identifying the effectiveness, complexity, and potential overlap of current HUD programs and will suggest...

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    H.R. 8302 wants to make a special team to look at housing programs and find better ways to help people get homes. This team will check out how things are working now and give new ideas to make housing better and cheaper for everyone.

  • H. R. 9875 — To establish an independent Children’s Commission and position of Commissioner, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:4,122

    H.R. 9875, also known as the "Child Safety and Well-Being Act of 2024," seeks to create an independent Children’s Commission and establish the position of a Children’s Commissioner. The Commission is tasked with advocating for the well-being of children and marginalized youth, advising...

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    The "Child Safety and Well-Being Act of 2024" is like setting up a special team to make sure children are safe and happy, and it gives them $5 million each year to do their work, even though there are some questions about how exactly they'll use the money.