What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HJRES 159.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-23.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hjres159/BILLS-118hjres159ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HJRES 159

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Congress Rejects New Endangered Species Protection Rules

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Congress aims to block new rules for endangered and threatened species protection. If approved, the Fish and Wildlife Service's new regulations will not be enforced. This decision may affect environmental conservation and development projects.

The U.S. Congress is moving to disapprove new regulations concerning endangered and threatened wildlife and plants, proposed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. If this resolution passes, the new rules will not take effect, meaning existing environmental protections will remain unchanged. This could impact conservation efforts and land use policies across the country.

Key points

Congress aims to block new rules for endangered and threatened species protection.

If approved, the Fish and Wildlife Service's new regulations will not be enforced.

This decision may affect environmental conservation and development projects.

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Additional Information

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 relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations Pertaining to Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants".

Print number: HJRES 159

Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]

Process start date: 2024-05-23

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Congress Rejects New Endangered Species Protection Rules

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