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Legislative Reorganization Act

The Legislative Reorganization Act refers to a series of laws, primarily enacted in 1946, aimed at making Congress more efficient and effective. It introduced reforms such as establishing a Congressional Budget Office, streamlining committee operations, and improving legislative procedures. The goal was to modernize the legislative process, increase transparency, and ensure better oversight of government programs. Overall, these reforms sought to enhance Congress's ability to craft, analyze, and implement legislation more systematically.