Us Congress Senate Bill SJR73

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/18/24
• Refer: 4/18/24

Caption

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the multiple agencies relating to "Partnerships With Faith-Based and Neighborhood Organizations".

Impact

If enacted, SJR73 would effectively nullify the aforementioned rule and prevent it from taking effect. Supporters of the resolution argue that the regulation may impose unnecessary restrictions on the partnerships that faith-based organizations can forge with government entities. They contend that such partnerships are crucial for addressing social issues and providing community support in various sectors, including health, education, and housing.

Summary

SJR73 is a joint resolution introduced in the United States Congress aimed at disapproving a recently established rule concerning partnerships with faith-based and neighborhood organizations. The resolution emphasizes congressional opposition to a rule submitted by various federal agencies, including the Department of Education, the Department of Homeland Security, and others that aimed to formalize and regulate partnerships with these organizations. The rule, initially published in the Federal Register on March 4, 2024, is claimed to be unwarranted and is being challenged through this resolution.

Contention

The introduction of SJR73 has sparked debates among lawmakers about the role of faith-based organizations in governmental partnerships. Proponents of the resolution view the rule as an overreach of executive power, limiting the ways in which community organizations can interact with federal agencies. Critics, however, may argue that the oversight contained within the rule is necessary to ensure accountability and appropriate use of federal funds in partnerships, highlighting the potential risks involved when government operates closely with religious institutions.