A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".
Wyoming Land Use: Blocking New Federal Management Rules
Superseded
The companion bill in the other chamber is advancing instead.
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Key Points
- Congress is moving to overturn a Bureau of Land Management plan that changes how federal land and minerals are managed in the Buffalo, Wyoming area.
- The plan being targeted was originally released in November 2024 and sets new guidelines for activities like coal mining and energy development on public lands.
- If this resolution becomes law, the agency's plan would be canceled immediately and the agency would be blocked from passing a similar rule in the future.
- This move is led by Senator Lummis and other lawmakers who are concerned that the new federal rules could harm the local economy and limit American energy production.
- This action is part of a process that lets Congress double-check and reject rules made by government agencies if they believe the agency has overstepped its authority.
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Milestones
Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8395)
Measure laid before Senate by motion.
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 47. Record Vote Number: 621.
The Senate is voting on whether to even start debating this bill. This vote can be used to block bills before discussion begins.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 270.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).
Vote Results
1 voteOn the Motion to Proceed
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".
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