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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Summary of Bill HJRES 97

Bill 118 hjres 97 is a piece of legislation that aims to provide congressional disapproval of 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 bill seeks to invoke Chapter 8 of Title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to disapprove of agency rules within a certain timeframe. This disapproval would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Department of Justice.

The rationale behind this bill is not explicitly stated, but it is likely that some members of Congress believe that the rule submitted by the Department of Justice may not align with the intent of the CARES Act or may have unintended consequences. By invoking congressional disapproval, lawmakers are seeking to assert their oversight authority and potentially prevent the implementation of the rule. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 97 is a legislative effort to challenge a specific rule related to home confinement under the CARES Act, highlighting the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding the implementation of COVID-19 relief measures.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 97

Bill HJRES 97 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 7, 2023. Bill HJRES 97 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 7, 2023. Bill HJRES 97's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of November 7, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 97

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Crime and Law Enforcement

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Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentDepartment of JusticeDetention of personsInfectious and parasitic diseases

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 97

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".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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