# Plain Language Summary: Public Charge Rule Disapproval

Congress is voting to reject a rule created by the Department of Homeland Security about who can be denied entry into the United States based on being a "public charge." This is a legal term that basically means someone who might rely on government benefits instead of supporting themselves financially.

The rule being challenged would make it harder for immigrants to get visas or green cards if officials think they might use certain government benefits in the future. Under this rule, the government could look at things like whether someone used food assistance, housing help, or other welfare programs to decide whether to let them immigrate or stay in the country. This joint resolution is Congress saying "we don't approve of this rule" and is trying to block it from taking effect or continuing.

If this resolution passes, it would overturn the Department of Homeland Security's public charge rule. This matters for immigrants and their families because it could make it easier for people to immigrate without fear that using benefits like Medicaid or food stamps would hurt their chances of getting permanent status. It also affects employers who hire immigrants and communities that support immigrant families. The practical effect depends on whether the resolution gets enough votes to pass both the House and Senate, and whether the President signs it or if Congress can override a veto.

A joint resolution disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".

Marshall, Roger

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security titled <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/09/09/2022-18867/public-charge-ground-of-inadmissibility" target="_self">Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility</a> and published on September 9, 2022. The 2022 final rule nullified an August 14, 2019, final rule. The 2019 final rule made it more likely that a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) would be denied admission or lawful permanent resident status because that individual is likely to become a public charge (i.e., receive certain public benefits). This joint resolution restores into effect the nullified 2019 final rule.