A joint resolution 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".

119th Congress Introduced by John Curtis and 1 co-sponsor

SJRES 30 disapproves a National Park Service rule on motor vehicle use in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, potentially allowing more access for visitors and businesses.

Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c).

Bill Overview

Bill Number: SJRES 30
Title: A joint resolution 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".
Introduced: March 03, 2025
Status: Discharged from Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources by petition.
Sponsors:
- Primary Sponsor: John Curtis
- Cosponsor: Mike Lee

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of SJRES 30 is to formally disapprove a rule established by the National Park Service (NPS) concerning the use of motor vehicles in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This resolution aims to negate the rule published in the Federal Register on January 13, 2025, which is identified as 90 Fed. Reg. 2621.

Key Provisions

Disapproval of NPS Rule: The resolution states that Congress disapproves the NPS rule regarding motor vehicle regulations in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, effectively rendering the rule without force or effect.

Legal Basis: The resolution is introduced under the authority of chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to disapprove certain agency rules.

Impact

Affected Parties: The resolution primarily impacts the National Park Service and its regulations concerning motor vehicle access and usage within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This may affect visitors, local businesses, and conservation efforts in the area.

Regulatory Environment: If passed, this resolution would prevent the implementation of the NPS rule, potentially allowing for more flexible motor vehicle access in the recreation area, depending on existing regulations.

Legislative Actions and Timeline

March 03, 2025: Introduced in the Senate and read twice before being referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

March 04, 2025: The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources was discharged from further consideration of the resolution by petition, allowing it to be placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders (Calendar No. 19).

Conclusion

SJRES 30 represents a significant legislative effort to challenge and disapprove a specific rule by the National Park Service regarding motor vehicle use in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The resolution's passage would have implications for both the management of the recreation area and the experiences of its visitors.

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