This bill would modify the Federal Trade Commission's operating rules to require that the agency maintain bipartisan representation among its commissioners in order to conduct business. Specifically, it would prevent the FTC from exercising its powers if a vacancy occurs and all remaining commissioners belong to the same political party. The bill would affect the FTC's ability to issue regulations, investigate companies, and bring enforcement actions whenever the commission falls below bipartisan membership. The legislation introduced in May 2023 does not include any specific funding or implementation timeline beyond the immediate requirement once enacted. The practical effect would be to potentially halt FTC operations during periods when vacancies leave only same-party commissioners, which could significantly impact the agency's regulatory and enforcement capabilities.
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