119-sjres-109119th Congress

A joint resolution 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 "Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan".

Sponsored By: Senator Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Introduced

Summary

Nullifies the BLM's Grand Staircase‑Escalante Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan. This joint resolution would disapprove the Bureau of Land Management rule issued January 13, 2025 and remove that specific rule from the federal rulebook under the Congressional Review Act.

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Cancel BLM plan for Grand Staircase

This joint resolution would disapprove the Bureau of Land Management rule titled "Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan" issued January 13, 2025. It cites a GAO letter dated January 15, 2026, printed in the Congressional Record on February 25, 2026, concluding that the document is a rule under the Congressional Review Act. If enacted, the resolution would make that specific BLM rule have no force or effect. The resolution would not create a replacement plan, add funding, or change other laws. You would be affected only if you operate on or rely on Grand Staircase-Escalante monument lands, such as permit holders, leaseholders, recreational users, or local businesses.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Lee, Mike [R-UT]

UT • R

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Curtis, John R. [R-UT]

    UT • R

    Sponsored 3/4/2026

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