Contact Congress about H.J.Res. 78: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".

This resolution would remove endangered species protection created by one federal rule for the Bay-Delta longfin smelt. It would affect how federal agencies deal with that fish in water, habitat, and project decisions. It is not law yet.

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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt". is a Senate bill awaiting final action. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate.

Latest action on H.J.Res. 78: Received in the Senate.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people and groups tied to water, land, construction, and conservation in the San Francisco Bay-Delta. It could change how federal agencies account for this fish when they review projects or manage habitat. The bill does not spell out every real-world effect.

Why this matters: This matters because one fish protection rule can affect water, habitat, and project decisions across the Bay-Delta. Canceling the rule could reduce legal limits tied to this fish. It could also leave fewer federal protections for a population that the Fish and Wildlife Service listed as endangered.

Key provisions in H.J.Res. 78

• Uses the Congressional Review Act, a law that lets Congress review and overturn federal agency rules.
• Targets one U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service rule. The rule listed the San Francisco Bay-Delta population of the longfin smelt as endangered.
• Says the rule would have no legal effect if the resolution becomes law. That would cancel the listing created by this rule.
• Points to the rule published in the Federal Register at 89 Fed. Reg. 61029 on July 30, 2024.
• Passed the House of Representatives on May 1, 2025. The Senate and President still must act before it can take effect.

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Questions people ask about H.J.Res. 78

What is H.J.Res. 78?

This resolution would remove endangered species protection created by one federal rule for the Bay-Delta longfin smelt. It would affect how federal agencies deal with that fish in water, habitat, and project decisions. It is not law yet.

How do I support or oppose H.J.Res. 78?

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Who should I contact about H.J.Res. 78?

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