HJRES 144
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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Bill overview
This joint resolution seeks to block a rule issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding reproductive health services. It utilizes the Congressional Review Act to disapprove the VA rule, effectively preventing the VA from implementing it. The resolution aims to limit the VA’s authority in providing these services to veterans.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves the VA rule.
- The rule is declared to have no force or effect.
- The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act.
- It specifically targets a rule related to reproductive health services.
- It is a joint resolution, requiring approval by both the House and Senate.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- The Department of Veterans Affairs
- Individuals seeking reproductive health services from the VA
Notable changes
- This action could limit the VA’s ability to provide reproductive healthcare services to veterans.
- It represents a congressional attempt to overturn a VA rule.
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. J. RES. 144
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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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That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs relating to Reproductive Health Services
(90 Fed. Reg. 61310 (December 31, 2025)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.