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HJRES 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".

119th Congress Introduced by Mike Kennedy and 3 co-sponsors

Summary of HJRES 60: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Motor Vehicles Resolution OverviewThis joint resolution provides for the congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by

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Summary of HJRES 60: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area Motor Vehicles Resolution

Overview

This joint resolution provides for the congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the National Park Service (NPS) relating to the use of motor vehicles within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The resolution aims to overturn the NPS rule and prevent it from taking effect.

Key Provisions

  • Disapproves the NPS rule submitted to Congress on January 15, 2025, regarding "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles."
  • Specifies that the disapproved rule shall have no force or effect.
  • Prohibits the NPS from reissuing the rule in substantially the same form without specific authorization from Congress.

Impacts

  • If enacted, this resolution would block the implementation of the NPS rule that would have regulated the use of motor vehicles within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
  • The disapproval of this rule would maintain the previous policies and regulations governing motor vehicle access and usage in the recreation area.
  • The resolution aims to preserve public access and recreational opportunities within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by preventing new restrictions on motor vehicle use.

Procedural Details

  • HJRES 60 is a joint resolution, which means it requires the approval of both the House of Representatives and the Senate, as well as the President's signature, to become law.
  • The resolution was introduced in the House on February 21, 2025 and was passed by both the House and Senate before being signed into law by the President.
  • Under the Congressional Review Act, Congress has a limited window of time to review and disapprove of federal agency rules before they take effect. This resolution is being used to exercise that congressional authority.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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