H.J.Res. 42 · 115th Congress · 2017–2018
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to drug testing of unemployment compensation applicants.
H.J.Res. 42 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 30, 2017, sponsored by Kevin Brady with 35 co-sponsors. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 30, 2017
- Co-sponsors
- 35
- Policy area
- Labor and Employment
- Public law
- Public Law 115-17
What it does
This joint resolution nullifies the rule finalized by the Department of Labor on August 1, 2016, relating to establishing, for state unemployment compensation program purposes, occupations that regularly conduct drug testing.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Kevin Brady (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 35 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 30, 2017
- Passed the HouseFeb 15, 2017
- Passed the SenateMar 14, 2017
- Sent to the PresidentMar 21, 2017
- Became lawMar 31, 2017
Latest action: Signed by President. (Mar 31, 2017)
How Congress voted
- On the Joint Resolution
Senate · Mar 14, 2017 · Joint Resolution Passed51–48 - On Passage
House · Feb 15, 2017 · Passed236–189
Every roll call vote on this bill
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