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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".
7/15/2024, 3:22 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 109
Bill 118 hjres 109 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121." The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies.
The rule in question, Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, is a guideline issued by the SEC that provides clarification on how companies should account for certain transactions in their financial statements. The bill seeks to challenge this rule and prevent it from being implemented.
If passed, Bill 118 hjres 109 would signify Congress's disapproval of the SEC's rule and prevent it from taking effect. This legislative action is part of Congress's oversight role in ensuring that federal agencies are acting in the best interest of the public and following proper procedures when issuing regulations. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 109 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over financial regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing the actions of federal agencies like the SEC.
The rule in question, Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, is a guideline issued by the SEC that provides clarification on how companies should account for certain transactions in their financial statements. The bill seeks to challenge this rule and prevent it from being implemented.
If passed, Bill 118 hjres 109 would signify Congress's disapproval of the SEC's rule and prevent it from taking effect. This legislative action is part of Congress's oversight role in ensuring that federal agencies are acting in the best interest of the public and following proper procedures when issuing regulations. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 109 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over financial regulations and the role of Congress in overseeing the actions of federal agencies like the SEC.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 109
This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2022, titled Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121. This bulletin provides accounting and disclosure guidance for entities related to their obligations to safeguard cryptoassets held for users of its platform.
A letter of opinion from the Government Accountability Office dated October 31, 2023, titled Securities and Exchange Commission—Applicability of the Congressional Review Act to Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 concluded that this bulletin is a rule for purposes of the Congressional Review Act.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 109
Bill HJRES 109 is currently in the status of Failed to pass over veto since July 11, 2024. Bill HJRES 109 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2024. Bill HJRES 109's most recent activity was The Chair directed the Clerk to notify the Senate of the action of the House. as of July 11, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 109
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 109
Primary Policy Focus
Finance and Financial SectorPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Congressional oversight
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 109
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 109
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