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Joint Resolution

A legislative measure, similar to a bill, that requires the approval of both chambers of Congress (House and Senate) and the President's signature to become law. They are often used for temporary or single-purpose matters.

Disapproval

In the context of this bill, it means Congress is formally rejecting a rule made by a federal agency, using a process defined by law (the Congressional Review Act).

Rule (federal agency)

A regulation or directive issued by a federal government agency (like the VA) that has the force of law, often created to implement a broader law passed by Congress. These rules are published in the Federal Register.

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

A cabinet-level federal department that provides healthcare services, benefits programs, and national cemeteries to military veterans and their families.

Chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code

Also known as the Congressional Review Act (CRA), this is a federal law that allows Congress to review and, by joint resolution, disapprove new rules issued by federal agencies. If a resolution of disapproval passes and is signed by the President, the rule is nullified and cannot be reissued in substantially the same form.

Federal Register (Fed. Reg.)

The official daily publication of the U.S. government for rules, proposed rules, and notices of federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.