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  • H.R. 418, known as the "Ensuring Accountability in Agency Rulemaking Act," requires that any rules created by a U.S. government agency must be issued and signed by a person appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate. There are exceptions if adhering to this requirement would...

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    The bill says that if a government agency makes a new rule, a big boss, chosen by the President and approved by the Senate, must sign it to make sure everyone knows who is responsible. If there’s a danger to safety or security, they can skip this step, but they have to explain why, and someone else will check to make sure the rules are followed.