Regulating Federal Regulatory Agencies
The three most important aspects in researching public policy to place restraint over the sovereignty of federal regulatory agencies include; first, the initial expectation of the Founders' delegation of power throughout three original agencies; second, the historic timeline of previous policy proposals introduced; and third, the simplicity of the solution, and discerning the reasons for its institutional neglect. These three principal positions, combined with the new strategies for research, lead to increased faith in the presence of God, as He unveils new information pertinent to resolution in a viable and permanent solution. The previous attempts at federal regulatory policy amplify the need for a legislated means to an end; a Constitutional amendment is likely the only route to establishing an effective and lasting change.
His Holy Spirit first established a Supernatural method of researching in the New Testament; “Mark 11:22-24 (NASB) And Jesus answered saying to them, ‘Have faith in God. Truly I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says is going to happen, it will be granted him. Therefore I say to you, all things for which you pray and ask, believe that you have received them, and they will be granted you.’” Through faith and obedience, the Lord will direct legislators willing to listen, looking for solutions to consistent socioeconomic perils. Public Policymakers inherently abide by an external law contingent on personal inner morality; too often swayed by special interest groups representative of a small minority of the population, demanding consistent public accommodation and federal recognition.
An astounding revelation; in 1789, our Founders had decided on no more than three agencies within the Executive Branch; the Department of Foreign Affairs, Treasury, and War (DOI). The Founders recognized that the Executive Branch would aim to disperse its power between three agencies; while accordingly, its agencies would rely on Congress and abide by the Judicial Branch. Over time, the three initial agencies expanded into over 434 agencies; instead of dispersing power, they have multiplied it, injecting government intervention into every aspect of modern society (FederalRegister). Combatting any one of these 434+ agencies, leads to public persecution through a propagandized army of loyal supporters. Federal agencies have become an infectious virus weakening our state of democracy, and for this reason, must be heavily restrained through modern statutes under the authority of a Constitutional amendment. Bureaucratic needs cannot supersede the duty to preserve America and its citizens; a constitutional amendment must be implemented to sanction the further development of new agencies preventing collective yield in the focus of our nation to federal advancement.
The regulation of federal agencies has been an ongoing issue since the very inception of federal regulatory agencies, yet the immense variety of proposed solutions still remains unapplied. It feels as if the lack of Congressional oversight is intentional, to further facilitate backdoor deals unseen to its constituents. Congress must remain focused on the basic principle of placing statutes on the heads of agencies, and mandate consistent bureaucratic regulation. Since the inception of the first three agencies, there has been controversy and debate over the range of power exhibited by bureaucrats. The Executive Branch treats its bureaucratic counterparts as the eyes and ears of the party; pumping appropriations into historically ineffective spending patterns, regardless of the needs of the American citizens this nation was founded to protect. While politicians and advocates can address specific issues, calling for regulation and balancing of the federal budget, unless action is taken the prospect remains a distant object of influence.
The solution is not complex, as any criminality or federal negligence originates directly from negligence within the Executive Branch; despite the obscene procurement of revenue, the needs of local agencies and their subagencies remain unheard, deposed beneath the weight of Congress and the President's utilization of federal appropriations bills as a declaration of engagement in foreign affairs. Additionally, the remaining funds are weaponized against the people by facilitating the usurpation of civic sovereignty; highlighting the extreme need for these funds to be redirected to the appropriate location, yet remains dependent on who exactly is elected (or appointed) into office. While the research process appears eternal, regulations must originate with Congress and the President, then extend statutes and budget revisions to the Executive Cabinet, other heads of agencies, and then their subagencies. One evident example of clear solutions through conducting policy research is that public health must come from a bottom-up approach, its financial needs first beginning at a local level. Congress continues their over appropriations, utilizing American tax dollars as a risk-free investment; unmerited federal salaries are distributed annually no matter the efficacy of proposed legislation or other professional endeavors. Social Media and its perpetuated perils remain the principal driving force on the public’s political agenda, taking cues from the influencers of our generation. Research reveals that it was public policy and legislation that held a predominate impact on America’s Founding generation; today the digital demagogues run rampant, spewing illusory democratic utopias that can only be achieved through the public’s acceptance, and increased contribution to greater government funding.
Lastly, policy research ignites the experience of kairos; the feeling every writer has always known, yet never been able to explain. The term kairos is synonymous with provision and the experiential fire of God; the Light of the Lord. According to the Cengage Guide to Research, “[w]henever you are in a situation that presents the need to communicate, you experience kairos, a moment that inspires you or compels you to write,” (Miller-Cochran, S.K., 41). Kairos is an acknowledgment of His Holy Spirit, and obeying the direct command to utilize the abilities the recipient was created with; the more that researchers and writers engage in kairos, the clearer the reception of His transmission becomes. The Bible, by the same respect, holds various levels of awareness of its context; disciples remaining in the good favor of the Lord is essential to receiving the exact message applicable to the reader’s current life position. Kairos is a gift from God’s grace available to those willing to listen and take action.
Conclusion
These important aspects expound the initial position, though none originally influenced the proposal; in many ways, these principles were established based on the direct experiences of the Founders. It is evident that God leads those willing to listen, yet today our federal government has abandoned its obligations, alongside its relationship with the Lord. Though Congress still opens in prayer before each session, it is likely out of tradition; once the Congressional session begins, all discussion of Biblical doctrine is abandoned, including implementation of policy. The bottom line, American’s future continued success depends on elected politicians listening to the needs of the people, and allocating appropriations to uphold them, placing the agency below the citizen.
Bibliography
DOI. (Accessed on July 4th, 2023). History of the Department of the Interior | U.S. Department of the Interior. https://www.doi.gov/whoweare/history.
FederalRegister. (Accessed on July 4th, 2023). Federal Register :: Agencies. https://www.federalregister.gov/agencies.
Mark 11:22-24 (NASB)
Miller-Cochran, Susan K.; Rodrigo, Rochelle L. (2017), Cengage Guide to Research. Cengage Learning. Kindle Edition.