Watchdog Wants Public Scrutiny Of Stimulus
A government transparency group is urging Congress this week to post its massive economic stimulus legislation online for at least 72 hours before consideration. The House passed its version last month and the Senate is expected to approve its legislation -- worth about $820 billion -- on Tuesday. While there is currently no formal requirement to do so, the House and Senate should each ensure that lawmakers and citizens alike have time to review the measure before they vote, the Sunlight Foundation said.
"Because the scope and public import of this legislation demand a measured and transparent process we strongly urge President Obama to post the enrolled version of the bill on WhiteHouse.gov for five days before signing it, in accordance with his campaign promise," the group stated. "While access and feedback from the public after final passage is not as effective as providing online availability of legislation before final passage, it would still give the public an opportunity to make their views known to the president."
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