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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".

3/14/2024, 12:15 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 47

Bill 118 SJRes 47 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Justice regarding the "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act." The rule in question pertains to the implementation of home confinement for certain individuals under the CARES Act.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn agency rules. In this case, Congress is exercising its oversight authority to challenge the Department of Justice's interpretation and application of the CARES Act with regards to home confinement.

The resolution is non-partisan in nature and aims to provide a thorough examination of the rule in question. It seeks to ensure that the Department of Justice is following the intent of the CARES Act and that individuals eligible for home confinement are being properly considered and granted this option. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 47 highlights the importance of congressional oversight in ensuring that government agencies are acting in accordance with the law and serving the best interests of the American people.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 47

Bill SJRES 47 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 30, 2023. Bill SJRES 47 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 30, 2023.  Bill SJRES 47's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of October 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 47

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
56
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
56
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 47

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Congressional oversight
- Correctional facilities and imprisonment
- Department of Justice
- Detention of persons
- Infectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 47

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice relating to "Office of the Attorney General; Home Confinement Under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act".

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