Posted on 07/24/2025 12:57:56 PM PDT by BlackFemaleArmyColonel
The House of Representatives has so far voted to codify 50 of President Donald Trump's executive actions, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.
"The American people gave President Trump a clear mandate to enact his America First agenda — and House Republicans are answering that call. To date, we've voted to codify 50 of the President's executive orders into law, from reining in waste, fraud, and abuse to cutting bureaucratic red tape that has strangled America's innovators, job creators, and entrepreneurs," Johnson said in a press release.
"The last four years under [former] President Joe Biden made painfully clear how quickly progress can be undone unless Congress steps in. That's why House Republicans are working around the clock to codify President Trump's executive actions and enshrine his historic agenda into law."
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Excellente!
i was wrong about him. he has exceeded my expectations greatly.
Voted, not enacted.
How many of those 50 also passed the Senate and are actually laws now?
How many more remain to be passed into law?
Same. Makes be more pi8sed at Paul ryan for screwing things up intentionally.
Now rein in the judges.
Speaker Johnson is a Trump stooge. In a good way!
Hallelujah!!
Trump taking Speaker Johnson with him to Madison Square Garden to feel the audience reaction to Trump was a stroke of genius.
It’s a good beginning, and not a moment too soon, before congress goes onto their summer break. July 28, returning on Sept. 8th. Preferred forecast; Hot Fun in the Summertime!
None.
I wasn’t aware that was under Speaker Johnson’s purview.
Meanwhile, where is Michelle O’Bama?
Hard to say from the article. It would be nice to have that clarified. Presumably a mix of things in the reconciliation bill and rescission package, and many others that still need senate passage.
The single biggest thing Congress needs to do is abolish something.
It’s great that they nit-picked some really small and incidental items, probably got some medium-level things done, 50 wins are wins. It is true
However the singular biggest thing that needs to be done is an agency needs to be abolished. For example but not limited to, the Department of Education. The EPA, the FBI, the CPB. I don’t care which one. Pick one and nuke it from orbit.
A bill to abolish USAID has not been touched.
Cause if nothing at all is abolished, then every temporary gain at this moment can be reversed relatively simply. USAID can be restored, NPR can get more money in the future. Only abolitionism is irreversible without super momentous work.
“Trump taking Speaker Johnson with him to Madison Square Garden to feel the audience reaction to Trump was a stroke of genius.”
I was thinking of this. Speaker Johnson saw how many people and friends DJT was greeting and shaking hands with. He saw Trumps star power at this MMA event. Johnson walked/entered into the arena as part of the Trump entourage.
That a plus for Johnson.
Codifying executive orders involves legislative action to turn these orders into permanent law, ensuring they cannot be easily reversed by future administrations.
Understanding Codification
Executive orders are directives issued by the President to manage the operations of the federal government. While they can be effective in implementing policy changes, they are inherently temporary and can be revoked by subsequent presidents. Codifying these orders into law provides a more stable and enduring framework for the policies they establish.
Recent Efforts to Codify Executive Orders
Legislative Initiatives: In recent months, there has been a concerted effort by congressional Republicans to codify various executive orders issued by President Trump. This includes bills aimed at solidifying policies related to immigration, border security, and other key areas of his administration’s agenda.
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Specific Bills: For example, the Birthright Citizenship Act aims to restore the original intent of the 14th Amendment regarding citizenship for children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents. This bill is part of a broader strategy to ensure that Trump’s immigration policies are enshrined in law. Another notable effort is the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, which seeks to codify protections for female athletes.
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Executive Order 11246: There are also specific bills like H.R.989, which aims to codify Executive Order 11246, titled “Equal Employment Opportunity.” This demonstrates a targeted approach to ensure that significant executive actions are preserved through legislative means.
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Political Context: The push for codification is partly a response to the political volatility surrounding executive orders. As noted, when one party controls the presidency, they can easily reverse the orders of the previous administration. Codifying these orders into law is seen as a way to prevent such “political whiplash” and ensure continuity in governance.
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Importance of Codification
Codifying executive orders is crucial for several reasons:
Stability: It provides a legal foundation for policies that may otherwise be vulnerable to change with each new administration.
Legitimacy: Legislative action can enhance the legitimacy of policies, as they undergo scrutiny and debate in Congress.
Public Assurance: It assures the public that certain policies will remain in effect regardless of political changes, fostering trust in government actions.
In summary, the codification of executive orders is an important legislative process aimed at ensuring the permanence of certain policies and protecting them from future reversals. This effort is currently being pursued by various members of Congress, reflecting a strategic approach to governance in a politically dynamic environment.
did the democrats ever codify any of bidens executive orders?
serious question.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_executive_actions_by_Joe_Biden
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