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A joint resolution 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".

2/3/2024, 12:45 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 59

Bill 118 SJRes 59 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121." The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which governs the regulatory process for federal agencies.

The resolution seeks to challenge the SEC's interpretation and implementation of Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121, which provides guidance on how companies should account for certain transactions in their financial statements. Critics of the rule argue that it may have unintended consequences and could potentially harm investors and the overall stability of the financial markets.

If passed, this resolution would effectively nullify the SEC's rule and prevent it from being enforced. This would require the SEC to go back to the drawing board and potentially revise or abandon the rule altogether. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 59 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over financial regulation and the role of federal agencies in overseeing the securities industry. It will be interesting to see how Congress ultimately decides to address this issue and what impact it may have on the SEC's regulatory authority.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 59

Bill SJRES 59 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2024. Bill SJRES 59 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2024.  Bill SJRES 59's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. as of February 1, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 59

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
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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 59

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 59

A joint resolution 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".
A joint resolution 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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