Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security titled Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility and published on September 9, 2022.

The 2022 final rule nullified an August 14, 2019, final rule. The 2019 final rule made it more likely that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) would be denied admission or lawful permanent resident status because that individual is likely to become a public charge (i.e., receive certain public benefits). This joint resolution restores into effect the nullified 2019 final rule.

Bill 118 hjres 41, also known as the Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility," is a piece of legislation that aims to reject a rule proposed by the Department of Homeland Security. The rule in question deals with the concept of "public charge," which refers to individuals who are deemed likely to become dependent on government assistance.

The bill seeks to disapprove of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security, which would expand the criteria for determining whether an individual is considered a public charge. Under the proposed rule, individuals who have received certain types of public benefits, such as Medicaid or food stamps, could be deemed inadmissible to the United States.

Supporters of the bill argue that the proposed rule unfairly targets low-income immigrants and could deter individuals from seeking necessary assistance. They believe that the rule could have negative consequences for public health and welfare. Opponents of the bill argue that the rule is necessary to ensure that immigrants are self-sufficient and not reliant on government assistance. They believe that the rule will help protect taxpayers and ensure that immigrants contribute positively to society. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 41 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy and the role of government assistance in determining admissibility to the United States.