hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Seeks to disapprove a VA rule on reproductive health services.
Sen. Blumenthal (D-CT) and 36 other senators introduced it.
Committee discharged, ready for a Senate vote.
This joint resolution aims to block a specific rule from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) concerning reproductive health services. It was introduced by Senator Richard Blumenthal, a Democrat from Connecticut, along with many other senators. The bill's status indicates that it has been moved past committee review and is now on the Senate calendar, meaning it's ready for consideration and a potential vote by the full Senate.
Introduced Jan 27, 2026
The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 27, 2026. On February 12, 2026, the Committee on Veterans' Affairs was discharged from considering the bill by petition, and it was placed on the Senate calendar. This means the bill is now eligible for a vote by the full Senate. For it to become law, it would also need to pass the House of Representatives and be signed by the President.
If this joint resolution passes, the rule submitted by the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding "Reproductive Health Services" would not take effect. This would mean that any new or expanded reproductive health services outlined in that VA rule would not be provided to veterans. The bill uses a specific congressional procedure to disapprove agency rules, which could set a precedent for future congressional actions against other federal agency regulations.
Supporters Say
Those in favor of this bill argue that the VA's reproductive health services rule should not be implemented.
Critics Say
Those against this bill believe the VA should be able to implement its rule regarding reproductive health services for veterans.
The bill itself does not provide specific arguments for or against the VA rule, only a mechanism for Congress to disapprove it. Supporters of this resolution would generally argue that the VA's rule on reproductive health services is inappropriate or exceeds the agency's authority. Conversely, critics of this resolution would likely assert that the VA should have the ability to provide the services outlined in its rule to ensure comprehensive care for veterans.