Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HJR146

Introduced
5/16/24  
Refer
5/16/24  

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 enacted, HJR146 would effectively eliminate the clarified eligibility that provides DACA recipients and noncitizens access to health care plans under federal regulations. The retraction of this rule signifies a significant shift in how noncitizens are treated concerning health insurance, particularly in relation to the premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions available to them. The impact could result in millions of DACA recipients losing access to affordable health coverage, which many rely on for essential medical services.

Summary

HJR146 is a joint resolution aimed at disapproving a rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that clarifies the eligibility of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients and certain other noncitizens for qualified health plans and associated financial assistance. The presented resolution invokes congressional authority under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which is part of the Administrative Procedure Act, for reviewing agency rules. The focus of the resolution is to negate the specified rule entirely, stating that it shall have no force or effect if passed.

Contention

The proposal has sparked considerable debate among lawmakers, with supporters asserting that it serves to reinforce legal immigration policies and protect taxpayer resources. On the other hand, opponents argue that this action would harm vulnerable populations who, despite their immigration status, contribute to society and the economy. This tension reflects broader discussions about immigration policy, health care access, and the implications of providing services to noncitizens, which remain points of contention in contemporary political discourse.

Companion Bills

US HJR138

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 HJR138

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 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 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 SJR91

A joint resolution 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 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 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".

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 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".

Similar Bills

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