A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the proposed rule submitted by the Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule.

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Summary of Bill SJRES 94

Bill 118 sjres 94 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a proposed rule submitted by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) of the Administration for Children and Families within the Department of Health and Human Services. The proposed rule in question pertains to the Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule.

The purpose of the proposed rule is to establish guidelines and procedures for the care and placement of unaccompanied children who enter the United States. These children are often fleeing violence, persecution, or other dangerous situations in their home countries.

The resolution aims to reject this proposed rule under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to disapprove of regulations issued by federal agencies. By passing this resolution, Congress would effectively prevent the ORR from implementing the proposed rule. Supporters of the resolution argue that the proposed rule could harm unaccompanied children by limiting their access to necessary services and protections. They believe that the rule could lead to increased detention of children and decreased oversight of their care. Opponents of the resolution argue that the proposed rule is necessary to ensure the efficient and effective care of unaccompanied children. They believe that the rule provides clear guidelines for the ORR to follow in order to protect the well-being of these vulnerable children. Overall, Bill 118 sjres 94 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over how best to care for unaccompanied children who enter the United States.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 94

Bill SJRES 94 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 5, 2024. Bill SJRES 94 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 5, 2024. Bill SJRES 94's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of June 5, 2024

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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the proposed rule submitted by the Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule.A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the proposed rule submitted by the Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to the Unaccompanied Children Program Foundational Rule.

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