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Disapproval of Marine Archaeological Resources Protection Rule

The U.S. Congress has disapproved a rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management concerning the protection of marine archaeological resources. This means the specific regulations previously proposed will not take effect, potentially impacting how underwater sites are managed and protected.
Key points
Congress rejected the rule on marine archaeological resource protection.
The proposed regulations from the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management will not be enforced.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-03-06
52%
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Against 202
Abstain 1
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SJRES_11
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
Voting date: 2025-03-06
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 61