One Subject at a Time Act
One Subject at a Time Act
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# One Subject at a Time Act (HR 4324) Summary **What It Would Do:** This bill would require that each piece of legislation passed by Congress focus on only one subject matter. Currently, Congress often combines multiple unrelated topics into a single bill—a practice called "omnibus" or "bundled" legislation. This proposal aims to change that by forcing lawmakers to separate different issues into individual bills. **Who It Affects & Key Provisions:** This rule would apply to all federal legislation considered by Congress. The bill's intent is to make the legislative process more transparent and deliberate, allowing members to vote specifically on individual issues rather than being forced to choose between accepting an entire package of policies they may partially disagree with.
It's sponsored by Representative Russ Fulcher (R-ID) and reflects a broader desire among some lawmakers to reform how Congress operates. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced further. This means it hasn't received a floor vote in either chamber of Congress yet. Whether it gains traction depends on broader congressional support for procedural reform.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.