Number: RL33862
Title: Changes to the OMB Regulatory Review Process by Executive Order 13422
Authors: Curtis W. Copeland, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report discusses changes to the OMB regulatory review process noting areas that are unclear and the potential implications of the changes; provides background information on presidential review of rules; discusses three congressional hearings on the executive order in 2007; and notes congressional efforts to block the implementation of the order. It concludes by pointing out that the significance of the changes made to the review process by E.O. 13422 may become clear only through their implementation. The changes made by this executive order represent a clear expansion of presidential authority over rulemaking agencies. In that regard, E.O. 13422 can be viewed as part of a broader statement of presidential authority presented throughout the Bush Administration.
Pages: 23
Date: January 3, 2008