Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4553) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 104) 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 Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management P…
Summary
H.Res. 672 is a resolution providing for the consideration of H.R. 4553, which makes appropriations for energy and water development for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It also addresses consideration of H.J. Res. 104, 105, and 106, joint resolutions disapproving Bureau of Land Management (BLM) rules related to resource management plans in specific field offices.
Expected Effects
The resolution sets the terms for debate and amendment of the appropriations bill and the joint resolutions. This includes waiving certain points of order and limiting the types of amendments that can be offered. Ultimately, it streamlines the process for the House to consider these measures.
Potential Benefits
- Streamlined legislative process for energy and water appropriations.
- Allows for focused debate on specific BLM resource management plans.
- Provides a mechanism for Congress to check the power of executive agencies.
- Ensures consideration of multiple viewpoints through structured debate rules.
- Adopts previous House Resolutions 668 and 605.
Potential Disadvantages
- Limits the scope of amendments that can be offered, potentially restricting broader input.
- Waivers of points of order could bypass standard procedural safeguards.
- Disapproval of BLM rules could hinder environmental protection efforts.
- Prioritizes certain legislative actions over others.
- Adoption of previous House Resolutions 668 and 605 could have unintended consequences.
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Constitutional Alignment
The resolution aligns with Article I, Section 5 of the Constitution, which grants each House the power to determine the rules of its proceedings. The resolution's provisions for considering appropriations and disapproving agency rules fall within Congress's legislative powers. The use of joint resolutions for disapproval aligns with the concept of legislative oversight of the executive branch.
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).