Congressional Oversight and Agency Access Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 12
- Latest action
- Jul 22, 2026
What it does
The Congressional Oversight and Agency Access Act would grant Members of Congress and their staff access to federal public buildings during regular business hours, with provisions for 24-hour access upon request and immediate access during public meetings or extenuating circumstances such as federally declared emergencies. Staff access generally requires accompaniment by the employing Member and valid identification, while access to secure areas depends on committee jurisdiction or consent from the committee chair or ranking member. The bill also prohibits temporary modifications to buildings that would alter what Congress members can observe, ensuring meaningful access for oversight…
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Where it stands
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Who is involved
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Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.