A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Officer for Immigration Review relating to "Circumvention of Lawful Pathways".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 41

Bill 118 SJRes 41 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Officer for Immigration Review. The rule in question is related to "Circumvention of Lawful Pathways".

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies. In this case, the rule in question likely pertains to immigration policies and procedures that may be seen as bypassing or undermining established legal pathways for individuals seeking to enter or remain in the United States.

The purpose of Bill 118 SJRes 41 is to provide a formal mechanism for Congress to express disapproval of this specific rule and potentially prevent it from being implemented. By passing this resolution, lawmakers are asserting their oversight authority and ensuring that any changes to immigration policies are in line with existing laws and regulations. Overall, this resolution highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding immigration policies in the United States, and the role of Congress in shaping and overseeing these policies.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 41

Bill SJRES 41 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 27, 2023. Bill SJRES 41 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 27, 2023. Bill SJRES 41's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 27, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 41

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 41

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 41

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Officer for Immigration Review relating to "Circumvention of Lawful Pathways".A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Officer for Immigration Review relating to "Circumvention of Lawful Pathways".

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