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.
- Bill Number
- H.J.Res. 130
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Public Lands and Natural Resources
- Status
- Became Law
- Became Law
- Public Law 119-51
- Latest Action
- 2025-12-11: Became Public Law No: 119-51.
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-10T15:08:30Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose This joint resolution uses the Congressional Review Act to disapprove a specific rule issued by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Its goal is to prevent the rule from taking effect.
Key Provisions
- Congress formally disapproves the BLM rule titled “Buffalo Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment,” issued on November 20, 2024.
- The resolution also references a September 18, 2025, Government Accountability Office opinion that classifies the record of decision as a “rule” under the Congressional Review Act.
- Upon enactment, the rule is declared to have no force or effect.
Significant Changes to Existing Law The resolution does not amend statutes. It applies an existing mechanism (chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code) to nullify an agency action that would otherwise remain in place. This is the standard process for congressional disapproval of federal rules.
Potential Impacts
- Government agencies: The BLM cannot implement the disapproved resource management plan amendment for the Buffalo Field Office.
- Citizens and businesses: Land-use decisions in the affected area would revert to the prior management framework, potentially affecting permitting, resource development, and conservation measures.
- International relations: No direct effects are stated in the resolution.
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Bureau of Land Management (agency whose rule is overturned)
- Congress (exercising oversight authority)
- Users of public lands in the Buffalo Field Office area, including energy developers, ranchers, and recreation interests
- State and local governments in Wyoming
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications The resolution relies on the Congressional Review Act, a law that allows fast-track disapproval of agency rules without the normal bicameral passage and presentment requirements that apply to new legislation. Enactment would represent a direct exercise of congressional authority over executive-branch rulemaking. No constitutional issues are raised in the text itself.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Rep. Hageman, Harriet M. [R-WY-At Large]
Cosponsors (1)
Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15]
Recent Actions
- 2025-12-11: Became Public Law No: 119-51.
- 2025-12-11: Became Public Law No: 119-51.
- 2025-12-11: Signed by President.
- 2025-12-11: Signed by President.
- 2025-12-03: Presented to President.
- 2025-12-03: Presented to President.
- 2025-11-20: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- 2025-11-20: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 43. Record Vote Number: 623. (consideration: CR S8249-8259; text: CR S8249) (Roll call 623)
- 2025-11-20: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 43. Record Vote Number: 623. (Roll call 623)
- 2025-11-20: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
- 2025-11-19: Received in the Senate, read twice.
- 2025-11-18: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2025-11-18: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 294). (text: CR H4746) (Roll call 294)
- 2025-11-18: Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 294). (text: CR H4746) (Roll call 294)
- 2025-11-18: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4759)
Bill Versions
- 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". — issued 2025-11-18 — PDF (4 pages)
- 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". — issued 2025-11-22 — PDF (1 pages)
- 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". — issued 2025-10-08 — PDF (2 pages)