Guidance Clarity Act of 2023

The Guidance Clarity Act of 2023 requires federal agencies to include a clear, prominent statement on certain guidance documents explaining that the guidance does not have the force of law. This applies to all agencies defined in federal law for guidance issued under specific procedures, directly affecting how agencies communicate rules to the public. The required statement must appear on the first page and state: "This document does not have the force and effect of law and does not bind the public or agency." Agencies must implement this within 30 days of OMB issuing final guidance, which must occur within 90 days of the bill's enactment.