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 North Dakota Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan.
Summary
This joint resolution aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) concerning the North Dakota Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan. The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to nullify the BLM's rule. The rule in question was issued on January 14, 2025, and concerns resource management in North Dakota.
Expected Effects
If passed, the resolution would prevent the BLM's North Dakota Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan from taking effect. This would likely lead to a reassessment or continuation of existing resource management practices in the region. The disapproval would halt the implementation of any new policies or guidelines outlined in the BLM's plan.
Potential Benefits
- Could allow for a reassessment of the BLM's plan, potentially leading to a more balanced approach to resource management.
- May address concerns raised by local communities or stakeholders regarding the BLM's plan.
- Could prevent unintended negative consequences of the BLM's plan on specific industries or environmental factors.
- Could ensure greater transparency and public input in the resource management planning process.
- Could uphold congressional oversight of executive agency actions.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could delay or prevent the implementation of potentially beneficial resource management practices outlined in the BLM's plan.
- May create uncertainty for businesses and communities that rely on the resources managed by the BLM.
- Could lead to continued environmental degradation if the existing resource management practices are inadequate.
- May be perceived as an overreach of congressional authority into executive agency decision-making.
- Could set a precedent for frequent congressional intervention in resource management planning.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 1 of the US Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in Congress. The Congressional Review Act, under which this resolution is being considered, is an exercise of Congress's oversight authority over executive agencies. The resolution also reflects the principle of checks and balances, allowing Congress to review and potentially disapprove of agency rules.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).