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Blocking removal of religious exemption for federal contractors' employment rules.

This resolution aims to disapprove a Department of Labor rule that sought to eliminate the religious exemption for federal contractors regarding equal opportunity employment clauses. If passed, the resolution ensures that religious organizations holding federal contracts can continue to utilize the religious exemption. This means certain religious employers contracting with the government may still make hiring decisions based on religious criteria, affecting job applicants.
Key points
Maintains the right of religious organizations (federal contractors) to use religious exemptions in equal employment opportunity rules.
Blocks the Department of Labor's attempt to rescind these exemptions, preserving the current legal status for employment practices in these organizations.
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Additional Information
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs of the Department of Labor relating to "Rescission of Implementing Legal Requirements Regarding the Equal Opportunity Clause's Religious Exemption Rule".
Print number: SJRES 36
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2023-06-22