Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles".
Blocking New Driving Rules at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Signed Into Law
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This bill has been signed into law and is now officially in effect as Public Law No: 119-13. Because the process is complete, there are no further actions scheduled for this legislation.
Legislative Progress
219–205
Key Points
- Congress passed a resolution to cancel a specific rule created by the National Park Service. This rule was designed to manage how and where people can drive motor vehicles within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Utah and Arizona.
- By blocking this rule, Congress is stopping new restrictions or changes to driving access that the National Park Service had planned to put in place. This affects tourists, local residents, and off-road vehicle enthusiasts who visit the park.
- This action uses a special power that allows Congress to overrule federal agencies. Because this resolution passed, the specific driving rule will have no legal power, and the agency is generally blocked from making a similar rule in the future.
- Supporters of this move often argue that federal agencies should not limit access to public lands, while those who wanted the rule may be concerned about protecting the environment or managing traffic in the park.
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Milestones
Became Public Law No: 119-13.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 43. Record Vote Number: 239.
The Senate voted to approve this bill. If the House already passed it, it goes to the President.
Vote Results
3 votesOn the Motion to Proceed
On the Joint Resolution
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles".
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