S.J.Res.80 — 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 “National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Integrated Activity Plan Record of Decision
House Roll Call
S.J.Res.80
| Bill | S.J.Res.80 — 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 “National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska Integrated Activity Plan Record of Decision |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Passage |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 216 / Nay 209 / Present 0 / Not Voting 8 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 213 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| D | 3 | 208 | 0 | 3 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Passage
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: SJRES 80 (119th Congress)
SJRES 80 is a joint resolution aimed at disapproving a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) concerning the “National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska (NPR-A) Integrated Activity Plan Record of Decision.” This resolution falls under the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to overturn federal regulations by passing a joint resolution of disapproval.
The rule in question pertains to the management and development of oil and gas resources within the NPR-A, a vast area designated for energy exploration and development. The Integrated Activity Plan (IAP) outlines the BLM’s approach to balancing resource extraction with environmental protection and other land uses in the region. By disapproving this rule, Congress seeks to halt the implementation of the IAP, potentially impacting future oil and gas leasing and exploration activities.
The resolution does not provide any new funding; rather, it serves as a mechanism for Congress to exercise oversight over federal regulatory actions. If enacted, it would effectively nullify the BLM’s rule, reverting management of the NPR-A to the previous regulatory framework, which may have different stipulations regarding environmental protections and resource development.
Key beneficiaries of this resolution include oil and gas companies interested in exploring and developing resources in the NPR-A, as disapproval may lead to fewer restrictions on their operations. Conversely, environmental advocacy groups and local communities concerned about the ecological impacts of oil and gas development may be adversely affected by the resolution.
As of the latest action, SJRES 80 has been presented to the President for consideration, marking a critical juncture in the legislative process. The timeline for potential enactment will depend on the President’s response, which could include signing the resolution into law or vetoing it.
Yea (216)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
Nay (209)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
L
Lucy McBath
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Not Voting (8)
J
John Rutherford
E
Eric Swalwell
