Proposed Resolution to Overturn HHS Nondiscrimination Rule

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The Frame

What this does

The resolution targets the 'Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities' rule (89 Fed. Reg. 37522), which sets federal standards for how healthcare providers and programs must prevent discrimination; if enacted, this resolution would remove those federal requirements entirely.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Department of Health and Human Services

The agency's regulatory action is subject to nullification by this resolution.

Healthcare providers and programs

These entities are subject to the nondiscrimination standards established by the HHS rule that this resolution seeks to overturn.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This resolution seeks to invalidate a recent Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) rule regarding nondiscrimination in health programs and activities. If passed, the rule would be nullified and have no legal force or effect.

Why It Matters

The resolution targets the 'Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities' rule (89 Fed. Reg. 37522), which sets federal standards for how healthcare providers and programs must prevent discrimination; if enacted, this resolution would remove those federal requirements entirely.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this resolution do?

It uses the Congressional Review Act to attempt to nullify a specific regulation issued by the Department of Health and Human Services.

What happens if this resolution becomes law?

The HHS rule regarding 'Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities' would be invalidated and cease to have any legal effect.

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Congressional Review Act Usage

The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to challenge a very recent rule (published May 6, 2024), indicating a rapid legislative response to agency rulemaking.

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