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Congress·Enacted·H.J.Res. 60

Blocking New Driving Rules at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

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".

10 months ago·View on Congress.gov

Signed Into Law

This legislation has been enacted.

Legislative Progress

House

219205

Senate
President
Law

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.

Milestones

8 milestones22 actions
May 23, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-13.

May 23, 2025

Signed by President.

May 16, 2025House

Presented to President.

May 8, 2025Senate

Message on Senate action sent to the House.

May 8, 2025Senate

Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 43. Record Vote Number: 239.

Vote Results

3 votes
HousePassedPassageApr 29, 2025

On Passage

219
205
Democrat
2205 · 6
Republican
2170 · 3
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SenatePassedProceduralMay 6, 2025

On the Motion to Proceed

53
47
Democrat
045
Republican
530
Independent
02
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SenatePassedMay 8, 2025

On the Joint Resolution

50
43
Democrat
041 · 4
Republican
500 · 3
Independent
02
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Related Bills

1 bill
H.Res. 354Related bill

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 60) 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"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 78) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 87) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 88) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 89) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The 'Omnibus' Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; and for other purposes.

Sep 16Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 707, H.Res. 354 is amended.

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".

Bill NumberHJRES 60
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionBecame Public Law No: 119-13.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(3)
R: 3

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