Congressional Reform Advocates Push for Decentralization of Power to Lawmakers
A movement is gaining traction within Congress to decentralize power from party leaders back to individual lawmakers and committees. This initiative is driven by dissatisfaction with the current concentration of power among party leaders, which has been linked to legislative gridlock and dysfunction. The reform agenda, supported by both former and current members of Congress, suggests practical changes such as extending the congressional workweek, allowing committees to select their own chairs, and ensuring members can propose and debate amendments. This push for reform is also echoed by independent Senate candidates in states like Montana, Nebraska, and South Dakota, who advocate for a more open legislative process. 
