Us Congress Senate Bill SJR41

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 7/27/23
• Refer: 7/27/23

Caption

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Officer for Immigration Review relating to "Circumvention of Lawful Pathways".

Impact

If passed, SJR41 would lead to the repealing of the current guidelines that govern how immigration officers manage cases that may not fall within traditional or lawful pathways. This could result in significant changes for individuals seeking immigration relief, as those rules would no longer apply, potentially making the immigration process more stringent. The resolution may also prompt further discussions on how immigration policy should be shaped, considering the balance between enforcement and accommodating lawful immigration processes.

Summary

SJR41 is a joint resolution introduced in the U.S. Senate to disapprove the rule set forth by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and the Executive Office for Immigration Review regarding the 'Circumvention of Lawful Pathways'. The resolution aims to nullify any effects of this rule, which was published in May 2023. The legislation reflects a continued effort by certain senators, including Mr. Cornyn and Mrs. Blackburn, to challenge perceived overreach in immigration policies that they believe undermine established lawful pathways for immigration.

Contention

The resolution has garnered both support and opposition among legislative members. Proponents argue that rescinding the rule is necessary to maintain integrity within the immigration system and to ensure that lawful pathways are strictly followed. On the other hand, opponents are concerned that disapproving the rule could hamper the ability of many individuals to seek refuge or other statuses in a timely manner, effectively hindering humanitarian efforts and responses to emerging crises.