Federal agencies would face mandatory cost-benefit reviews under HR 580
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Sponsor: Virginia Foxx · Representative · NC
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Official title: Unfunded Mandates Accountability and Transparency Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
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HR 580 requires agencies to publish cost-benefit analyses for major rules costing $100M+ yearly, and lets harmed parties sue if skipped.
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What does this do?
HR 580 expands a 1995 law to require federal agencies to analyze costs and benefits of any major rule before it takes effect. A major rule is defined as one that could cost $100 million or more per year, significantly raise prices, or harm jobs, competition, or public health. Agencies must publish these analyses, consider alternative approaches, and choose the option with the most benefit for the least cost.
Who does it affect?
The bill applies to federal agencies across the government, including independent regulatory agencies like the FCC and SEC that were previously exempt. It also affects businesses of all sizes, state and local governments, tribal governments, and anyone subject to federal regulations.
Why does it matter?
Agencies would face new procedural requirements including a public notice at least 90 days before formally proposing a rule, giving governments, tribal nations, businesses, and individuals more time to respond. People and businesses harmed by a major rule would gain the right to sue in federal court if an agency skipped or mishandled the required cost-benefit analysis.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 21, 2025
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Jan 13, 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. 381.