Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR138

Introduced
5/8/24  
Refer
5/8/24  

Caption

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

Impact

If passed, HJR138 would effectively nullify the CMS rule, which provides opportunities for DACA recipients to apply for health insurance plans, including advance payments of the premium tax credit and cost-sharing reductions. This disapproval would limit health care access for DACA recipients and noncitizens, aligning with broader efforts among certain lawmakers to tighten immigration-related eligibility criteria for federal assistance programs. The impact could be significant, especially for the health outcomes of individuals who currently rely on these provisions to access affordable health care.

Summary

HJR138 is a joint resolution aimed at disapproving a rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding the eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and certain other noncitizens for health insurance coverage through a qualified health plan. This rule was published in the Federal Register, and the resolution seeks to revoke its implementation, thereby signaling a legislative push against expanding Medicaid services to these populations. Legislators argue that the CMS rule may override existing state laws or federal regulations that restrict health care access to citizens and legal residents.

Contention

The resolution has sparked considerable debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups. Supporters of HJR138 argue that it is necessary to maintain the integrity of federal health programs and ensure that taxpayer resources are dedicated solely to citizens and lawful residents. Conversely, opponents contend that it undermines public health by denying necessary medical care to vulnerable populations, which could lead to worsened public health outcomes and increased long-term costs for the healthcare system. This underlying conflict reflects broader ideological divisions regarding immigration and health policy in the United States.

Companion Bills

US HJR146

Same As Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

Previously Filed As

US HJR146

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Clarifying the Eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Recipients and Certain Other Noncitizens for a Qualified Health Plan through an Exchange, Advance Payments of the Premium Tax Credit, Cost-Sharing Reductions, and a Basic Health Program".

US HJR160

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities".

US HJR216

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare Program; Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2025 and Updates to the IRF Quality Reporting Program".

US AB820

A tax credit for recipients of deferred action under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. (FE)

US SB865

A tax credit for recipients of deferred action under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. (FE)

US HJR139

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services relating to "Medicare and Medicaid Programs: Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting".

US HJR109

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to "Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121".

US HJR225

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to "Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit".

US SJR90

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities".

US HJR181

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Definition of 'Employer'-Association Health Plans".

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