A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to "Reproductive Health Services".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 66

Bill 117 SJRes 66 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to provide congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding "Reproductive Health Services". The rule in question is related to the provision of reproductive health services to veterans.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn rules and regulations proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the Department of Veterans Affairs has put forth a rule regarding reproductive health services for veterans, and Congress is seeking to disapprove of this rule.

The resolution is non-partisan in nature, as it does not align with any specific political party. It is focused on the specific issue of reproductive health services for veterans and aims to ensure that the needs and rights of veterans are being properly addressed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Overall, Bill 117 SJRes 66 is a legislative effort to provide oversight and accountability in the realm of reproductive health services for veterans, ensuring that their needs are being met in a fair and appropriate manner.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 66

This joint resolution nullifies the interim final rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) titled Reproductive Health Services and published on September 9, 2022. The rule authorizes the VA to provide certain abortion-related care to veterans. The rule also applies to such care provided to beneficiaries covered under the Civilian Health and Medical Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs (CHAMPVA).

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 66

Bill SJRES 66 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2022. Bill SJRES 66 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 13, 2022. Bill SJRES 66's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of December 13, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 66

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 66

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to "Reproductive Health Services".