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HR8247Referred to Committee

Commonsense Review Act

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Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-04-13
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
HR
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Type

Sponsor

Josh Gottheimer
Josh Gottheimer
Democrat · NJ · Representative

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

2026-04-13

Bill Summary

Without specific subjects listed, this bill likely aims to streamline or reform some aspect of federal review processes, possibly related to environmental permits, land management, or natural resource projects given its referral to the House Committee on Natural Resources. The bill's focus on "commonsense" review suggests it may seek to reduce regulatory delays or simplify approval procedures that currently affect businesses, developers, or agencies managing public lands. More details about the specific review processes targeted would be needed to describe its concrete effects.

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