The Warren Sun

Representative John James' pro-small business resolution was signed by Speaker Mike Johnson today in Washington, D.C. The event saw the participation of House Education and Workforce Committee Chairwoman Dr. Virginia Foxx and Representative Kevin Hern.

The resolution, H.J.Res 98, is a Congressional Review Act (CRA) measure aimed at overturning the Biden Administration's new joint employer rule. This rule imposes liability on companies for another business’s employees even if they do not directly oversee them. Critics argue that it places unnecessary burdens on small businesses and franchisees.

"We are one step closer to signing this resolution into law and putting an end to this administration’s anti-small business joint employer rule, which has put added strain on franchises and small businesses in my state and across the country," said Rep. James. "My father started our family business with one truck, one trailer, and no excuses—and bucked the system by beating the regulations and working hard. He was able to attain the American Dream. But others with that same goal will not be able to achieve the American Dream as a result of Joe Biden’s joint employer rule. Joe Biden must sign my resolution into law and reverse his disastrous anti-small business policies."

Having passed both the House and Senate, Rep. James' resolution now awaits President Biden's decision.