A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 97

Bill 118 SJ Res 97 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Department of Labor regarding the exemptions for certain types of employees. The rule in question, titled "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees," seeks to clarify which employees are exempt from certain labor laws.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn rules proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the rule submitted by the Department of Labor is being challenged for its potential impact on executive, administrative, professional, outside sales, and computer employees.

The resolution is non-partisan and aims to provide a thoughtful analysis of the rule and its implications. It is written at a 10th grade level to ensure accessibility and understanding for a wide audience.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 97

Bill SJRES 97 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2024. Bill SJRES 97 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 13, 2024. Bill SJRES 97's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. as of June 13, 2024

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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees".A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees".

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