A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to a "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 49

Bill 118 SJRes 49 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) regarding the "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status." The rule in question pertains to how joint employer status is determined in labor relations.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations issued by federal agencies. In this case, the NLRB's rule on joint employer status is being challenged by Congress.

The concept of joint employer status is important in labor relations because it determines which entities are responsible for complying with labor laws and regulations. When two or more employers share control over the same employees, they may be considered joint employers and both held accountable for labor violations. The resolution seeks to disapprove of the NLRB's rule on joint employer status, indicating that Congress does not agree with the way the rule was formulated or its potential impact on labor relations. By passing this resolution, Congress would effectively nullify the NLRB's rule and prevent it from being implemented. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 49 is a significant piece of legislation that addresses an important aspect of labor relations and demonstrates Congress's oversight of federal agency regulations.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 49

Bill SJRES 49 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 9, 2023. Bill SJRES 49 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 9, 2023.  Bill SJRES 49's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of November 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 49

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
78
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
76
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 49

Primary Policy Focus

Labor and Employment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 49

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to a "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status".A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to a "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 49

R
Bill Cassidy
Louisiana(Republican)
R
Roger F. Wicker
Mississippi(Republican)
R
Thom Tillis
North Carolina(Republican)
R
Tommy Tuberville
Alabama(Republican)
R
John Thune
South Dakota(Republican)
R
Rick Scott
Florida(Republican)

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