Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle in both the House and Senate have come together to challenge a progressive labor policy implemented by the Biden administration. The target of their efforts is the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) new joint employer rule policy, which has drawn criticism for its potential impact on small businesses.

A bipartisan group consisting of two senators and two House members introduced legislation known as a Congressional Review Act (CRA) aimed at repealing the controversial rule. Leading the repeal efforts in the Senate are Sens. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.), while Reps. John James (R-Mich.) and Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.), the Education and the Workforce Committee Chair, are spearheading the initiative in the House.

Rep. John James expressed concern about the negative consequences of the joint employer rule on Michigan's business landscape. He argued, "Michigan already struggles to attract new business, and people are fleeing our state in mass because the experiment of unleashing broken leftist policies against our businesses has not worked - no surprise." He further emphasized the need to support small businesses, create well-paying jobs, and provide opportunities for success.

Rep. Virginia Foxx criticized the Biden administration's updated policy, asserting that it would lead to higher costs for consumers and fewer job opportunities for workers. Sen. Bill Cassidy also voiced his opposition, stating that the joint employer rule undermines the franchise model, which has empowered marginalized individuals within the business community.

Sen. Joe Manchin called for bipartisan support, urging both Republicans and his fellow Democrats to vote in favor of the resolution. He emphasized that the franchise system has played a significant role in driving entrepreneurship and economic growth across the country. However, he criticized the Biden administration for not prioritizing America's best interests by imposing more regulations and red tape on small businesses.

This is not the first time Congress has utilized the Congressional Review Act to challenge Biden administration policies. In the past, CRAs were employed to address key issues such as President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Despite Congress's efforts, each of these resolutions has been vetoed by President Biden, and there has been no successful override.

Support for the repeal effort has also emerged within House GOP leadership, specifically from Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.). He argued that the joint employer rule enacted by the Biden administration and NLRB bureaucrats threatens the American Dream and will harm numerous livelihoods. Johnson stated, "This rule is an attack on Main Street America as it will destroy countless livelihoods. It will leave small business owners and working Americans with less freedom and less autonomy to run their own businesses and lives."

The resolution introduced on Thursday also gained support from prominent business organizations, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Retail Federation. Glenn Spencer, an official from the Chamber of Commerce, criticized the Biden policy, cautioning that it will create chaos and legal confusion, ultimately harming both employers and workers while adversely affecting various businesses within the U.S. economy.

As the bipartisan effort gains momentum, the fate of the joint employer rule remains uncertain. With growing opposition and criticism from lawmakers, business organizations, and industry leaders, it is clear that the debate over labor policies under the Biden administration will continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the economic landscape in the months to come.