A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".

2/4/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 SJRes 8 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the extension period for employment authorization and documentation for certain applicants renewing their Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). The rule in question aims to increase the automatic extension period for these applicants, allowing them to continue working legally in the United States while their EAD renewal applications are being processed.

If passed, this resolution would essentially nullify the Department of Homeland Security's rule and prevent the extension period from being increased as proposed. Supporters of the resolution argue that the current extension period is sufficient and that increasing it could potentially lead to abuse of the system. On the other hand, opponents believe that the proposed increase would provide much-needed relief to individuals waiting for their EAD renewals to be processed, allowing them to continue working and supporting themselves and their families.

Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 8 is a contentious issue that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy and the rights of individuals seeking to work legally in the United States. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides on this resolution and what impact it will have on those affected by the proposed rule change.
Congress
119

Number
SJRES - 8

Introduced on
2025-01-30

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/30/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 SJRes 8 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the extension period for employment authorization and documentation for certain applicants renewing their Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). The rule in question aims to increase the automatic extension period for these applicants, allowing them to continue working legally in the United States while their EAD renewal applications are being processed.

If passed, this resolution would essentially nullify the Department of Homeland Security's rule and prevent the extension period from being increased as proposed. Supporters of the resolution argue that the current extension period is sufficient and that increasing it could potentially lead to abuse of the system. On the other hand, opponents believe that the proposed increase would provide much-needed relief to individuals waiting for their EAD renewals to be processed, allowing them to continue working and supporting themselves and their families.

Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 8 is a contentious issue that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy and the rights of individuals seeking to work legally in the United States. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides on this resolution and what impact it will have on those affected by the proposed rule change.
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 Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".

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Latest Action1/30/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.