Reforming the Legislative Branch: Progress and Accountability

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Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_35_10_0029

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Dates

Majority of material found within 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001)

Scope and Contents

The text discusses the reforms implemented in the legislative branch of government, including reducing the size of , making it more accountable, and cutting government spending. The reforms include requiring to live under the laws it imposes, implementing a three-fifths vote for income tax increases, and eliminating committees and subcommittees. The text also mentions audits, cuts in Members' mail accounts, changes to the federal pension... system, and budget proposals to eliminate certain entities. The author is pleased with the reforms and looks forward to further reducing the size of government. See more

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1 pages

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Creator

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Congress 104th (1995-1997); 105th (1997-1999); 106th (1999-2001)

Policy Area Retirement; Education--United States; Taxation Law and legislation--United States

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified