Tulsa Standard

Representative Kevin Hern (OK-01) released a scathing statement criticizing President Joe Biden's recent veto of a bipartisan Congressional Review Act (CRA) aimed at repealing the National Labor Relations Board's joint employer rule. Hern expressed his strong disapproval by stating, "President Biden’s veto of bipartisan legislation to help small businesses is a slap in the face to hardworking Americans."

Hern further lamented that the veto contradicted the desires of numerous American small business owners and franchisees, as well as the consensus of both the House and the Senate. He highlighted the negative impact of the joint employer rule by pointing out that during the Obama Administration, it led to the loss of 376,000 jobs. Hern emphasized the personal significance of the issue by noting, "This rule is a threat to the franchise model that helped me and thousands of Americans achieve the American Dream."

In conclusion, Representative Hern condemned President Biden's decision, asserting that it is "irresponsible and will result in economic hardship for small businesses and families during an already-challenging time across the nation."