A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".
This joint resolution, S. J. RES. 8, aims to disapprove a specific rule promulgated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The rule in question, titled "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants," sought to extend the automatic validity period for employment authorization documents for certain individuals awaiting renewal decisions. By passing this resolution, Congress would effectively nullify the DHS rule, ensuring it has no legal force or effect. This legislative action is undertaken pursuant to chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which provides a mechanism for congressional review and disapproval of federal agency regulations.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".
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This joint resolution, S. J. RES. 8, aims to disapprove a specific rule promulgated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The rule in question, titled "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants," sought to extend the automatic validity period for employment authorization documents for certain individuals awaiting renewal decisions. By passing this resolution, Congress would effectively nullify the DHS rule, ensuring it has no legal force or effect. This legislative action is undertaken pursuant to chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which provides a mechanism for congressional review and disapproval of federal agency regulations.