Special Counsel Act of 1999

Special Counsel Act of 1999 - Amends the Federal judicial code to replace provisions of the independent counsel statute with provisions authorizing the Attorney General to appoint a special counsel, who is not a Federal officer or employee, to conduct the investigation or prosecution of a person for a possible violation of criminal law when the Attorney General determines that the appointment of a special counsel is in the public interest.

Directs the Attorney General to determine the special counsel's investigative and prosecutorial jurisdiction. Specifies that such determination shall not be subject to judicial review.

Directs the Attorney General, subject to congressional approval, to promulgate regulations governing the operation and removal of a special counsel. Specifies that a regulation promulgated by the Attorney General on the appointment, and the investigative or prosecutorial jurisdiction, of a special counsel shall not be subject to approval. Sets forth provisions regarding re-submission of regulations following disapproval.

Sets forth procedures for congressional approval by joint resolution of such regulations, including provisions regarding the contents of the resolution, referral to and discharge of committee, floor consideration, and coordination with action by the other house.