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A joint resolution disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".

3/11/2024, 9:44 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 64

Bill 117 SJRes 64 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility." The rule in question pertains to how individuals are deemed admissible or inadmissible to the United States based on their likelihood of becoming a public charge, or dependent on government assistance.

The resolution seeks to reject this rule, which has been a topic of controversy and debate. Critics argue that the rule unfairly targets low-income immigrants and could potentially discourage individuals from seeking necessary government assistance for fear of jeopardizing their immigration status. Proponents of the rule argue that it is necessary to ensure that immigrants are self-sufficient and not reliant on public assistance.

If passed, Bill 117 SJRes 64 would effectively nullify the Department of Homeland Security's rule on the Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility. This resolution is part of the ongoing discussion and debate surrounding immigration policy in the United States and the balance between ensuring national security and welcoming immigrants to the country.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 64

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security titled Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility and published on September 9, 2022.

The 2022 final rule nullified an August 14, 2019, final rule. The 2019 final rule made it more likely that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) would be denied admission or lawful permanent resident status because that individual is likely to become a public charge (i.e., receive certain public benefits). This joint resolution restores into effect the nullified 2019 final rule.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 64

Bill SJRES 64 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 14, 2022. Bill SJRES 64 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on November 14, 2022.  Bill SJRES 64's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of November 14, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 64

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 64

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Department of Homeland Security
- Immigrant health and welfare
- Immigration status and procedures

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 64

A joint resolution disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".
A joint resolution disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".

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