H.J.Res.60 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.J.Res.60 is a joint resolution passed by the House of Representatives and received in the Senate on April 30, 2025. It aims to disapprove a rule submitted by the National Park Service (NPS) concerning motor vehicle usage within the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The rule in question is referenced as ``Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles'' (90 Fed. Reg. 2621).
Expected Effects
If enacted, H.J.Res.60 would nullify the NPS rule regarding motor vehicles in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This means the regulations outlined in 90 Fed. Reg. 2621 would have no legal force or effect. The practical impact would depend on the specific content of the disapproved rule and what regulations were in place before it.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially reduces restrictions on motor vehicle access within the recreation area, benefiting visitors who rely on vehicles for access.
- Could streamline recreational activities if the disapproved rule imposed burdensome requirements.
- May align with local community preferences if the rule was perceived as overly restrictive.
- Could lead to increased tourism revenue if easier access attracts more visitors.
- Potentially reduces administrative burden on the National Park Service if the rule was complex to enforce.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Could lead to increased environmental damage due to greater motor vehicle use.
- May negatively impact the experience of visitors seeking a more pristine natural environment.
- Could strain park resources and infrastructure if not managed properly.
- Potentially increases conflicts between different user groups (e.g., motorized vs. non-motorized recreation).
- May undermine the National Park Service's ability to manage the recreation area effectively.
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Constitutional Alignment
This resolution leverages Congress's oversight authority to check the power of the executive branch (specifically, the National Park Service). Article I, Section 1 of the Constitution vests all legislative powers in Congress, which implicitly includes the power to review and disapprove of agency regulations. The Congressional Review Act (chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code), cited in the resolution, provides a specific mechanism for this oversight.
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).