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Ends Public Participation in Rule Making
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Ends Public Participation in Rule Making

IntroducedSeptember 18, 2025
Failed Senate9 months ago
Intro
Motion
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Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
Government Operations and PoliticsAdministrative law and regulatory proceduresCongressional oversightDepartment of Health and Human ServicesPublic participation and lobbying
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Why This Matters

This resolution nullifies a rule that promotes public participation in the Department of Health and Human Services' rule-making process.

If you want to voice your opinion on health regulations, this resolution removes opportunities for public participation.
Who this affects
citizens providing input
What does this resolution do?
  1. 1This resolution stops the Department of Health and Human Services from following a policy that encourages public input on rule making.
  2. 2Without this policy, the department can make rules without considering feedback from the public.
  3. 3The resolution affects how the department engages with citizens and stakeholders during the rule-making process.
  4. 4This disapproval could lead to less transparency and accountability in health-related regulations.
  5. 5The resolution reflects a broader trend of limiting public involvement in government decision-making.
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IntroducedSep 18, 2025
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Motion to ProceedDec 10, 2025

Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 49. Record Vote Number: 641. (CR S8591)

Senate Vote
Yes 50No 48Not Voting 1
Crossed party lines: 3 Republicans voted Yes
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SenateDec 18, 2025

Failed Senate

Senate Vote
Yes 50No 50
Crossed party lines: 3 Republicans voted Yes
See How Everyone Voted
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The President

Donald Trump
President
Awaiting Vote
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