Contact Congress about S.J.Res. 23: Disapproval of NMFS rule on listing endangered and threatened species and designating critical habitat

This resolution would wipe out a 2022 National Marine Fisheries Service rule. The rule covers how the agency lists endangered and threatened species and marks critical habitat. It would not create a new system to replace it.

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Disapproval of NMFS rule on listing endangered and threatened species and designating critical habitat is a Senate bill in Congress.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects the National Marine Fisheries Service, conservation groups, and industries that work in places where listed species or protected habitat may be involved. It could matter for fishing, shipping, energy, and coastal development because endangered species rules can shape what activities need review or limits. It also matters for people focused on species protection because it could change how the agency applies its listing and habitat rules.

Why this matters: This matters because endangered species rules can shape what happens in oceans, rivers, coasts, and nearby development areas. Canceling the 2022 rule could change how the government protects at-risk species and their habitat. It could also change costs or planning rules for businesses that work in affected areas. The resolution does not say what comes next, so the exact result is uncertain.

Key provisions in S.J.Res. 23

• The resolution uses the Congressional Review Act, a law that lets Congress cancel certain federal agency rules.
• It targets a National Marine Fisheries Service rule on listing endangered and threatened wildlife and plants and naming critical habitat.
• It points to the exact rule in the Federal Register, the government’s official rulebook notice system: 87 Fed. Reg. 37757, published June 24, 2022.
• If enacted, the rule would have no legal force. The National Marine Fisheries Service could not apply or enforce it.
• The Senate passed it on May 11, 2023. It would still need the House to pass it and the president to sign it, unless Congress overrides a veto.

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Questions people ask about S.J.Res. 23

What is S.J.Res. 23?

This resolution would wipe out a 2022 National Marine Fisheries Service rule. The rule covers how the agency lists endangered and threatened species and marks critical habitat. It would not create a new system to replace it.

How do I support or oppose S.J.Res. 23?

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Who should I contact about S.J.Res. 23?

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