Bill would require plain labels on non-binding federal guidance documents
Placed on the calendarH.R. 2409Latest action
Sponsor: Eric Burlison · Representative · MO
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Official title: Guidance Clarity Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
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HR 2409 would require agencies to label guidance documents clearly as non-binding, unlike formal regulations.
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What does this do?
HR 2409, the Guidance Clarity Act of 2025, requires federal agencies to place a statement on the first page of guidance documents saying they are not legally binding. OMB must issue instructions within 90 days, and agencies must comply within 30 days after that.
Who does it affect?
Federal agencies issuing guidance, plus businesses, organizations, and individuals who read documents like IRS notices, EPA advisories, or Department of Labor explanations.
Why does it matter?
The requirement aims to prevent confusion between informal agency guidance and formally binding rules, without changing agency powers or existing laws.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 27, 2025
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Mar 24, 2026
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 490.