SJR82Introduced in the Senate
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act".
Introduced by Angus King, District ME
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Official description
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to "Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act".
Where it stands
Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
December 18, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: On the Joint Resolution S.J.Res. 82 RC# 654 · December 18, 2025
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Yes
50
No
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Banks | IN-3 | No |
| Lisa Murkowski | AK | Yes |
| Dan Sullivan | AK | No |
| Tommy Tuberville | AL | No |
| Katie Boyd Britt | AL | No |
| John Boozman | AR | No |
| Tom Cotton | AR | No |
| Ruben Gallego | AZ | Yes |
| Mark Kelly | AZ | Yes |
| Adam Schiff | CA | Yes |
Bill history
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by petition pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 203.
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 49. Record Vote Number: 641. (CR S8591)
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S8591-8593)
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S8888)
Failed of passage/not agreed to in Senate: Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 50. Record Vote Number: 654.
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