Proposal:Appointments Clause Enforcement Act of 2020

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 116th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.

Bill	HR 8481
Type of Legislation	House Bill
Congress	116
Status	Archived — 116th Congress concluded
Source	View original on Congress.gov

Geographic Scope

National

Description

Appointments Clause Enforcement Act of 2020

This bill makes a series of changes with respect to the appointment, tenure, and qualifications of acting officials of executive agencies. Among other changes, the bill reduces the tenure of acting officials, requires specific designation of first assistant positions, and creates a private right of action for harm caused by improper acting officials.

Bill Title

Appointments Clause Enforcement Act of 2020

Linked Goals

• Goal:Promote General Welfare

Steps

• 2020-10-01: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
• 2020-10-01: Introduced in House
• 2020-10-01: Introduced in House

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.