Joint Resolution Calling for an Executive Order on Federalism

This Utah Senate resolution (SJR 12) urges the President to issue an executive order reinforcing federalism by requiring federal agencies to conduct impact assessments on state authority before new rules, mandate early consultation with states during rulemaking, and publish justifications when federal actions override state laws. It references Executive Order 12612 (1987) and a Government Accountability Office report on improving federalism compliance. The resolution has no legal effect and is a symbolic request to strengthen the balance between federal and state governments, not a new law affecting specific groups.