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RepublicanBill · H.J.Res. 22· House(119-HJRES-22)

Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Modernizing H-1B Requirements, Providing Flexibility in the F-1 Program, and Program Improvements Affecting Other Nonimmigrant Workers".

Rep. Arrington
Age: 54 years
Texas
Introduced
1/16/2025
Last activity
1/16/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Jodey Arrington
Cosponsors
Republican - 2Democrat - 0
Immigration
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This is a joint resolution introduced in the House of Representatives. It seeks to disapprove of a specific rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security. The rule in question concerns modernizing H-1B requirements, providing flexibility in the F-1 program, and program improvements for other nonimmigrant workers. If passed, the resolution would ensure that the rule has no force or effect.

Yes

No question was scored yes.

The opposite

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?-4

    The disapproval of the rule targeting H-1B and F-1 programs negatively impacts immigrants seeking flexible nonimmigrant worker status.

  • Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-3

    By disapproving of a rule intended to modernize nonimmigrant worker programs, the resolution limits potential pathways and flexibility for those seeking status through employment or study.

  • Does this give the federal government more power?-2

    The resolution uses congressional authority to overturn a rule issued by a federal executive agency.