A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to "Reproductive Health Services".

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) titled Reproductive Health Services and published on September 9, 2022. The rule authorizes the VA to provide certain abortion-related care to veterans. The rule also applies to such care provided to beneficiaries covered under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA).

Bill 118 SJRes 10 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding "Reproductive Health Services." The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code.

The resolution seeks to express congressional disapproval of the rule, which likely means that lawmakers believe the rule is not in the best interest of veterans or the general public. The specifics of the rule are not provided in the summary, but it is clear that it pertains to reproductive health services for veterans.

If the resolution passes, it would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This could have significant implications for how reproductive health services are provided to veterans in the future. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 10 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses an important issue related to veterans' healthcare. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers vote on this resolution and what impact it may have on the Department of Veterans Affairs and the veterans it serves.
Congress
118

Number
SJRES - 10

Introduced on
2023-02-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/18/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) titled Reproductive Health Services and published on September 9, 2022. The rule authorizes the VA to provide certain abortion-related care to veterans. The rule also applies to such care provided to beneficiaries covered under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA).

Bill 118 SJRes 10 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding "Reproductive Health Services." The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code.

The resolution seeks to express congressional disapproval of the rule, which likely means that lawmakers believe the rule is not in the best interest of veterans or the general public. The specifics of the rule are not provided in the summary, but it is clear that it pertains to reproductive health services for veterans.

If the resolution passes, it would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs. This could have significant implications for how reproductive health services are provided to veterans in the future. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 10 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses an important issue related to veterans' healthcare. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers vote on this resolution and what impact it may have on the Department of Veterans Affairs and the veterans it serves.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to "Reproductive Health Services".

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Abortion•
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Department of Veterans Affairs•
Family planning and birth control•
Sex and reproductive health•
Veterans' medical care

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/21/2023

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) titled Reproductive Health Services and published on September 9, 2022. The rule authorizes the VA to provide certain abortion-related...


Latest Action4/19/2023
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 90.