Disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Increase of the Automatic Extension Period of Employment Authorization and Documentation for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants".

# Summary of HJRES 23 **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would cancel a Department of Homeland Security rule that went into effect in December 2024. That rule extended the automatic waiting period for certain immigrants renewing their work permits from 180 days to 540 days (about 1.5 years). Under the rule, if someone applies to renew their employment authorization document on time, they can continue working during the longer waiting period while their application is being processed. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects noncitizens (foreign nationals) who are renewing their work permits and depend on the automatic extension to continue working while waiting for approval.

This could include people renewing temporary protected status, asylum-based work permits, and other similar authorizations. Supporters of the rule argue it helps workers avoid gaps in employment; critics argue it's too lenient on immigration enforcement. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Jodey Arrington (R-TX) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. It represents an effort by some Republicans in Congress to reverse the Biden administration's immigration policy on this specific issue.