HJR275 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Greg Wren

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Urging Congress to enact Regulation Freedom Amendment to U.S. Constitution

Summary

A nonbinding Alabama House resolution urging Congress to pass the Regulation Freedom Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

What This Bill Does

It expresses support for enacting the Regulation Freedom Amendment. If adopted nationally, the amendment would require a majority vote in both the U.S. House and Senate to approve a proposed federal regulation whenever a quarter of members oppose it. The resolution also directs the Clerk of the Alabama House to send copies to Alabama's congressional delegation.

Who It Affects

• United States Congress (House and Senate) would need to pass proposed federal regulations with a majority vote if a quarter of members oppose them.
• Federal regulatory agencies and the broader economy (including businesses and consumers) could see changes in regulation creation and associated costs if the amendment becomes law.

Key Provisions

• The Alabama Legislature urges the U.S. Congress to enact the Regulation Freedom Amendment.
• The Regulation Freedom Amendment would require a majority vote in the House and Senate to adopt a proposed federal regulation when a written opposition declaration is transmitted by at least one quarter of members.
• The Clerk of the Alabama House is authorized to transmit copies of the resolution to Alabama's congressional delegation.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative