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Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".
2/7/2025, 9:09 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 23
The bill aims to reject a rule proposed by the Department of Homeland Security that would extend the automatic extension period of employment authorization and documentation for certain Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewal applicants. The rule in question would allow certain individuals to continue working legally in the United States while their EAD renewal applications are pending for a longer period of time than currently allowed.
Supporters of the bill argue that the proposed rule would create loopholes in the immigration system and potentially allow individuals to remain in the country illegally for extended periods of time. They believe that the current regulations regarding EAD renewals are sufficient and do not need to be changed. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that the proposed rule would provide much-needed relief to individuals who are waiting for their EAD renewals to be processed. They believe that the current system is burdensome and can lead to unnecessary delays in the ability of individuals to work legally in the United States. Overall, the debate surrounding Bill 119 hjres 23 is centered around the balance between ensuring national security and providing support for individuals seeking to work legally in the United States. The outcome of this legislation will have significant implications for immigration policy and the lives of many individuals in the country.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 23
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Department of Homeland Security titled Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants and published on December 13, 2024. This rule makes permanent the increase of the automatic extension period from 180 days to 540 days for expiring employment authorization documents. The extension applies to eligible noncitizens who renew these authorizations on time.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 23
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 23
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 23
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 23
Comments

Amina Gibbons
10 months ago
I don't like it, it's gonna mess things up for me.

Ariana Connolly
10 months ago
I disagree with the decision to disapprove the rule about extending employment authorization. It may impact my ability to renew my own authorization.

Milana Weiner
10 months ago
Why they disapprove of it? It helps people like me get work authorization easier. Who benefits from this? #confused #HJRESBill23


