A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations for Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat".

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the National Marine Fisheries Service titled Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations for Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat and published on June 24, 2022.

The 2022 rule rescinds an earlier rule which limited the ability of the service to designate an area a critical habitat. Areas designated as critical habitat are subject to certain statutory restrictions.

Bill 118 sjres 23 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove a rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the regulations for listing endangered and threatened species and designating critical habitat. The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn agency rules.

The rule in question pertains to the protection of endangered and threatened wildlife and plants, specifically focusing on the criteria for listing species as endangered or threatened and designating critical habitat for their conservation. The National Marine Fisheries Service is responsible for implementing and enforcing these regulations to ensure the preservation of vulnerable species and their habitats.

If passed, Bill 118 sjres 23 would effectively nullify the rule proposed by the National Marine Fisheries Service, preventing it from being implemented and enforced. This resolution reflects Congress's authority to review and challenge agency regulations that may have significant impacts on environmental conservation efforts. Overall, the resolution highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding wildlife protection policies and the balance between conservation efforts and economic interests. It underscores the importance of congressional oversight in shaping environmental regulations and ensuring the preservation of endangered and threatened species.