SJRES 11
A joint resolution 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 "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".
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Bill overview
This joint resolution aims to block a rule issued by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) regarding the protection of marine archaeological resources on the Outer Continental Shelf. The rule required companies exploring for oil and gas to submit archaeological reports if there was a potential for discovering such resources. Congress is using the process of congressional disapproval to overturn this rule, effectively preventing BOEM from requiring these reports.
Key provisions
- Congress disapproves of the BOEM rule on marine archaeological resource protection.
- The rule’s provisions are nullified.
- The resolution utilizes the congressional disapproval process.
- The rule specifically addressed oil and gas exploration and development on the Outer Continental Shelf.
- It required archaeological reports when potential resources were identified.
Who is affected
- Oil and gas companies
- The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM)
- Lessees and operators on the Outer Continental Shelf
- Archaeological researchers
Notable changes
- Previously, archaeological reports were only required if BOEM had reason to believe they were needed.
- This resolution removes that requirement, potentially streamlining the permitting process for oil and gas activities.
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119th CONGRESS — 1st Session
S. J. RES. 11
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
JOINT RESOLUTION
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 Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources
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That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources
(89 Fed. Reg. 71160 (September 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.