Political Quotes

“The power of the administrative state to impose radical and unpopular policies that could never be passed by Congress violates the separation of powers established by the Constitution and is a failed business model for running this country. Section 1 of Article I of the U.S. Constitution grants all legislative powers to Congress. Over time, however, Congress has excessively delegated its constitutional charge while failing to conduct appropriate oversight and retain accountability for the content of the laws it passes. The REINS Act is critical to Congress reclaiming its rightful authority and responsibility to legislate. The purpose of this act is to increase accountability for and transparency in the Federal regulatory process. By requiring a vote in Congress, the REINS Act will result in more carefully drafted and detailed legislation, an improved regulatory process, and a legislative branch that is truly accountable to the American people. The REINS Act is drafted to address what is often referred to as the nondelegation doctrine, which is a judicially created concept that has resulted in a dramatic shift in power from the legislative branch to the executive branch and is flatout unconstitutional.…”