A joint resolution 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 and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration relating to "Rescinding the Definition of 'Harm' Under the Endangered Species Act".
Sponsored By: Senator Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
In Committee
Summary
Preserve the Endangered Species Act's definition of "harm." This joint resolution would disapprove the Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA rule that rescinds that definition, preserving the prior standard used for listings, consultations, and related ESA protections.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]
CA • D
Cosponsors
Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
RI • D
Sponsored 8/3/2026
Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
OR • D
Sponsored 9/15/2026
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