The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA): Overview and Considerations for Congress

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The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA): Overview and Considerations for Congress

Published Mar 26, 2024Updated Jun 21, 2025

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HR 5961117th Congress
To make revisions in title 5, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Dec 27, 2022 · Became Public Law No: 117-286.

The Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA): Overview and Considerations for Congress

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