The SUBMIT IT Act proposes penalties for presidents who do not submit budget and national security plans on time, affecting their ability to deliver a State of the Union address. President Biden and past presidents have been late in submitting these plans. The Act aims to hold presidents accountable and ensure timely evaluation of their requests.
Key Points
SUBMIT IT Act proposes penalties for late submission of budget and national security plans
President Biden and past presidents have been late in submitting these plans
Act aims to hold presidents accountable and ensure timely evaluation of requests
Pros
Holding presidents accountable to deadlines for budget and national security plans
Ensuring timely evaluation of president's requests
Proposing a penalty to enforce submission of plans
Cons
Potential impact on State of the Union addresses
Historical lateness of past presidents in submitting plans