Conrad Burns: “I am a strong supporter of the Economic and Employment Impact Act amendment, so I am pleased to be a cosponsor. I think…”

“I am a strong supporter of the Economic and Employment Impact Act amendment, so I am pleased to be a cosponsor. I think Members of Congress should be fully informed of the impact of proposed bills. Whether the impact is good or bad in employment terms, it should be reliable information that is readily available. Often, Congress acts without gauging the negative impact of legislation on businesses and on State and local governments. Coming from county government as I do, I know how frustrating it is to deal with the expensive requirements thrust on local government. Requiring Federal agencies to provide an impact statement for regulatory actions is also an important step. I urge my colleagues to support this amendment. I yield the floor.”