HR 8391 · 95th Congress · Finance and Financial Sector

Federal Reserve Reform Act

Introduced 1977-07-18· Sponsored by Rep. Reuss, Henry S. [D-WI-5]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
3
House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on Banking, Finance and Urban Affairs.(1977-07-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Federal Reserve Reform Act - Amends the Federal Reserve Act to provide for an annual Congressional review of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors' proposed monetary policy. Prohibits discrimination in the selection of the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve System. Requires Senate confirmation of the chairman of the Board of Governors. Limits the term of office of the chairman to four years. Prohibits Federal Reserve System officials and employees from communicating with any director, officer or employee of an institution subject to the regulatory authority of the Federal Reserve System in order to influence legislative actions affecting the Federal Reserve System. Makes it a criminal offense for a Federal Reserve bank officer, employee, or director to participate in specified activities affecting personal financial interest.…

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Cosponsors (1)

1 Democrat