H.R.3676 - Executive Order 14293 Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 3676, the Executive Order 14293 Act of 2025, seeks to codify Executive Order 14293 into law. The executive order pertains to regulatory relief aimed at promoting domestic production of critical medicines. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Transportation and Infrastructure.
Expected Effects
Codifying Executive Order 14293 would make it more difficult for future administrations to alter or rescind the policy. This would provide greater certainty to businesses investing in domestic pharmaceutical production. The intended effect is to incentivize domestic production of critical medicines by reducing regulatory burdens.
Potential Benefits
- Increased domestic production of critical medicines.
- Potential for lower drug costs due to reduced regulatory burden.
- Greater supply chain security for essential pharmaceuticals.
- Stimulation of the domestic pharmaceutical industry.
- Potential for job creation in the pharmaceutical sector.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for reduced regulatory oversight, impacting drug safety.
- Risk of environmental damage due to relaxed regulations.
- Possible negative impact on international trade relations.
- Potential for increased market concentration among domestic producers.
- Unintended consequences from unforeseen regulatory loopholes.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill's attempt to codify an executive order aligns with Congress's legislative powers as defined in Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in Congress. Congress has the power to enact laws that regulate commerce and promote the general welfare. The codification process itself is a valid exercise of legislative authority. However, the specific provisions of Executive Order 14293, particularly concerning regulatory relief, would need to be carefully examined to ensure they do not infringe upon other constitutional principles or unduly delegate legislative authority to the executive branch.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).