Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".

7/15/2024, 3:22 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2022, titled Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121. This bulletin provides accounting and disclosure guidance for entities related to their obligations to safeguard cryptoassets held for users of its platform.

A letter of opinion from the Government Accountability Office dated October 31, 2023, titled Securities and Exchange Commission—Applicability of the Congressional Review Act to Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 concluded that this bulletin is a rule for purposes of the Congressional Review Act.

Bill 118 hjres 109 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121." The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.

The rule in question, Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, is a guideline issued by the SEC that provides clarification on how companies should account for certain transactions in their financial statements. The bill seeks to challenge this rule and prevent it from being implemented.

If passed, Bill 118 hjres 109 would signify Congress's disapproval of the SEC's rule and prevent it from taking effect. This legislative action is part of Congress's oversight role in ensuring that federal agencies are acting in the best interest of the public and following proper procedures when issuing regulations. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 109 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over financial regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing the actions of federal agencies like the SEC.
Congress
118

Number
HJRES - 109

Introduced on
2024-02-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President
Vetoed by President
Failed to pass over veto

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2022, titled Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121. This bulletin provides accounting and disclosure guidance for entities related to their obligations to safeguard cryptoassets held for users of its platform.

A letter of opinion from the Government Accountability Office dated October 31, 2023, titled Securities and Exchange Commission—Applicability of the Congressional Review Act to Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 concluded that this bulletin is a rule for purposes of the Congressional Review Act.

Bill 118 hjres 109 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121." The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.

The rule in question, Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, is a guideline issued by the SEC that provides clarification on how companies should account for certain transactions in their financial statements. The bill seeks to challenge this rule and prevent it from being implemented.

If passed, Bill 118 hjres 109 would signify Congress's disapproval of the SEC's rule and prevent it from taking effect. This legislative action is part of Congress's oversight role in ensuring that federal agencies are acting in the best interest of the public and following proper procedures when issuing regulations. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 109 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over financial regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing the actions of federal agencies like the SEC.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".

Policy Areas
Finance and Financial Sector

Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Congressional oversight•
Congressional-executive branch relations•
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

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Latest Summary5/31/2024

This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2022, titled Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121. This bulletin provides accounting and disclosure guidance for entities related to their...


Latest Action7/11/2024
The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House.