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 PMSummary 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.
Read the Full Bill
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, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 47
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
56Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
56Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 47
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
Administrative law and regulatory proceduresCardiovascular and respiratory healthCongressional oversightCorrectional facilities and imprisonmentDepartment of JusticeDetention of personsInfectious and parasitic diseasesAlternate 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".Comments
Most relevant
Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 47
Latest Bills
To require the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to review any purchase or lease of real estate near a military installation or military airspace in the United States by a foreign person connected to or subsidized by the Russian Federation, the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, or the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 2754April 19, 2025
Renewable Natural Gas Incentive Act of 2025
Bill S 1252April 19, 2025
A bill to withdraw certain Bureau of Land Management land from mineral development.
Bill S 1464April 19, 2025
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the exception for de minimis payments by third party settlement organizations.
Bill S 1425April 19, 2025
A bill to require an annual report of Federal employees and retirees with delinquent tax debt.
Bill S 1444April 19, 2025
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Comptroller General of the United States to report on certain funding shortfalls in the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Bill HR 1823April 19, 2025
To reauthorize the Junior Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Program Act of 1994.
Bill HR 1098April 19, 2025
Cellphone Jamming Reform Act of 2025
Bill S 1137April 19, 2025
A bill to provide for increases in the Federal minimum wage, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1332April 19, 2025
Farmers’ Market Expansion Act of 2025
Bill HR 2379April 19, 2025
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".
Bill HJRES 97December 15, 2023