What is the current status of HR 4465?

HR 4465 is currently: Passed House.

Who sponsored HR 4465?

HR 4465 was sponsored by Derek Schmidt (R), Rep.

Updates Rules for Inspectors General

IntroducedJuly 16, 2025

Passed House6 days ago

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Why This Matters

This bill updates rules regarding Inspectors General, including how they can be removed or placed on non-duty status, and clarifies oversight committee definitions.

If you are an Inspector General, this bill requires the President to explain any removal or transfer at least 30 days in advance.

Who this affects

Inspectors General · Congressional committees

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill clarifies the definition of 'appropriate congressional committees' for oversight purposes.
2It requires the President to provide written reasons for removing or transferring an Inspector General at least 30 days in advance.
3The bill mandates that if an Inspector General is placed on non-duty status, the President must explain the reasons in writing within 15 days.

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This bill amends Chapter 4 (Inspectors General), Chapter 10 (Federal Advisory Committees), and Chapter 131 (Ethics in Government) of Title 5 of the U.S. Code. The amendments (1) incorporate laws enacted after October 19, 2021, that amend or repeal provisions of those chapters, and (2) make related technical corrections.

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Updates Rules for Inspectors General

IntroducedJuly 16, 2025

Passed House6 days ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Sitting in the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Most bills stop at this point and never get a vote.

Why This Matters

This bill updates rules regarding Inspectors General, including how they can be removed or placed on non-duty status, and clarifies oversight committee definitions.

If you are an Inspector General, this bill requires the President to explain any removal or transfer at least 30 days in advance.

Who this affects

Inspectors General · Congressional committees

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill clarifies the definition of 'appropriate congressional committees' for oversight purposes.
2It requires the President to provide written reasons for removing or transferring an Inspector General at least 30 days in advance.
3The bill mandates that if an Inspector General is placed on non-duty status, the President must explain the reasons in writing within 15 days.

Read the detailed summary

Read full document