SJRES-82 : Still Just a Bill

S. J. Res. 82 is a joint resolution proposing congressional disapproval, under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code (the Congressional Review Act), of a specific rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

  • The rule in question is titled "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act," and was published on March 3, 2025.
  • The Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued an opinion on August 27, 2025, confirming that this HHS policy statement qualifies as a "rule" under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code.
  • If enacted, this joint resolution would nullify the aforementioned HHS rule, rendering it without force or effect.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2025-12-18VoteFailed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.Senate
2025-12-18FloorConsidered by Senate. (consideration: CR S8888)Senate
2025-12-10FloorMeasure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S8591-8593)Senate
2025-12-10VoteMotion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 49. Record Vote Number: 641. (CR S8591)Senate
2025-10-22CalendarsPlaced on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 203.Senate
2025-10-22DischargeSenate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by petition pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).Senate
2025-09-18IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.Senate
2025-09-18IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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Sponsor :

Angus S. King Jr. [I] (ME)
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Policy Area :

Government Operations and Politics
Related Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Congressional oversight
  • Public participation and lobbying
Related Geographic Entities
Related Organizations
  • Department of Health and Human Services

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