Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Procedures for Credible Fear Screening and Consideration of Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and CAT Protection Claims by Asylum Officers".

12/29/2022, 10:48 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 82

Bill 117 hjres 82, also known as the Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Procedures for Credible Fear Screening and Consideration of Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and CAT Protection Claims by Asylum Officers," is a piece of legislation that aims to reject a rule proposed by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security regarding the procedures for screening credible fear and considering asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection claims by asylum officers.

The rule in question outlines the process by which asylum officers assess the credibility of individuals seeking asylum in the United States, as well as how they evaluate claims for withholding of removal and protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT). The rule also establishes guidelines for conducting credible fear screenings, which are used to determine whether an individual has a legitimate fear of persecution or harm if they were to be returned to their home country.

Supporters of the bill argue that the proposed rule would make it more difficult for individuals fleeing persecution and violence to seek asylum in the United States, potentially putting their lives at risk. They believe that the rule would undermine the country's commitment to protecting refugees and asylum seekers. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, argue that the proposed rule is necessary to ensure that the asylum system is not abused and that only those who truly qualify for protection are granted asylum. They believe that the rule would help to streamline the asylum process and prevent fraudulent claims from being approved. Overall, Bill 117 hjres 82 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration and asylum policy in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 82

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security and published on March 29, 2022, concerning procedures for the consideration of asylum claims and other related issues. (Among other changes, the interim final rule requires an asylum seeker subject to expedited removal to be screened by an asylum officer for a credible fear of persecution or torture, rather than a credible fear of persecution, reasonable possibility of persecution, or reasonable possibility of torture.)

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 82

Bill HJRES 82 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 28, 2022. Bill HJRES 82 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 28, 2022. Bill HJRES 82's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 82

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 82

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Administrative remedies

- Border security and unlawful immigration

- Congressional oversight

- Department of Homeland Security

- Immigration status and procedures

- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 82

Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Procedures for Credible Fear Screening and Consideration of Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and CAT Protection Claims by Asylum Officers".