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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the Department of Labor relating to "Rescission of Implementing Legal Requirements Regarding the Equal Opportunity Clause's Religious Exemption Rule".

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 61

Bill 118 hjres 61 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a final rule issued by the Department of Labor regarding the rescission of implementing legal requirements related to the Equal Opportunity Clause's Religious Exemption Rule. The Equal Opportunity Clause's Religious Exemption Rule allows certain religious organizations to receive federal contracts without having to adhere to certain anti-discrimination laws.

The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn federal agency regulations. In this case, the Department of Labor's rule change would impact how religious organizations are able to receive federal contracts and potentially discriminate against certain groups of people.

The purpose of Bill 118 hjres 61 is to provide Congress with the opportunity to express disapproval of the Department of Labor's rule change and potentially prevent it from going into effect. This bill is significant as it highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the balance between religious freedom and anti-discrimination laws in the United States. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 61 is a crucial piece of legislation that addresses the potential impact of the Department of Labor's rule change on equal opportunity and religious freedom in federal contracting.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 61

Bill HJRES 61 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill HJRES 61 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2023.  Bill HJRES 61's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. as of May 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 61

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 61

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 61

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