US Senator for Alabama | US Senator for Alabama website
US Senator for Alabama | US Senator for Alabama website
Today, U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville and Rand Paul introduced the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act, aiming to require Congressional approval for federal regulations with an annual economic impact of $100 million or more before they can be implemented.
Senator Tuberville emphasized the importance of reducing bureaucratic power, stating, “D.C. bureaucrats need less power, not more. The Constitution clearly outlines that Congress, not unelected swamp creatures, are supposed to make our laws." He also mentioned that this bill complements efforts by Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency to reduce wasteful spending.
The legislation is cosponsored by several other senators including Marsha Blackburn, Katie Britt, Ted Budd, Kevin Cramer, Mike Crapo, Steve Daines, Chuck Grassley, James Lankford, Mike Lee, Cynthia Lummis, Bernie Moreno, Jim Risch, Rick Scott, Mike Rounds, Tim Sheehy, and Eric Schmitt.
The REINS Act stipulates that major rules must receive affirmative approval from both chambers of Congress and be signed by the President. Currently, regulations take effect unless Congress disapproves them. A "major" rule is defined as one with an economic impact of $100 million or more annually or significant adverse effects on the economy.
Senator Tuberville represents Alabama in the United States Senate and serves on several committees including Armed Services and Agriculture.
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