Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Restoring Names That Honor American Greatness: Gulf of America.
Summary
This document is a joint resolution introduced in the Senate to disapprove a rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding the renaming of an area to "Gulf of America." The resolution invokes Chapter 8 of Title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and disapprove agency rules. If passed, the resolution would nullify the BOEM rule, preventing the name change from taking effect.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this resolution, if passed, would be to prevent the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management from officially changing the name of the area to "Gulf of America." This would maintain the existing name, whatever it may be, and prevent the new name from being used in official government documents and communications. The resolution aims to exert congressional oversight over agency rulemaking.
Potential Benefits
- Prevents potential confusion or disruption caused by a name change.
- Asserts congressional authority over executive agency actions.
- May reflect public sentiment against the proposed name change.
- Could save taxpayer money by avoiding costs associated with implementing the name change across various government systems and documents.
Potential Disadvantages
- May hinder the executive branch's ability to implement its policies and priorities.
- Could be seen as a politically motivated action rather than one based on substantive policy concerns.
- May create uncertainty regarding the long-term naming conventions of geographic features.
- Could be interpreted as a symbolic gesture with limited practical impact.
Constitutional Alignment
This resolution aligns with Article I, Section 1 of the US Constitution, which vests all legislative powers in Congress. Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Code, provides a mechanism for congressional review of agency rules, reflecting Congress's oversight role. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or freedoms.
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).