A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'".

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Revised Definition of "Waters of the United States," which was submitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency on January 18, 2023. The rule specifies which bodies of water fall under the scope of the Clean Water Act and are thereby under federal jurisdiction. The 2023 rule replaced a 2020 rule that included a narrower definition of waters of the United States.

Bill 118 sjres 7 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense, and the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'". This rule pertains to the definition of which bodies of water fall under federal jurisdiction and regulation.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the rule in question seeks to redefine what constitutes "Waters of the United States", which has significant implications for environmental protection and land use regulations.

The resolution is non-partisan in nature, as it focuses on the specific rule and its potential impact rather than aligning with any particular political ideology. It is aimed at providing a thorough analysis of the rule and its implications for Congress to consider before making a decision on whether to approve or disapprove of it. Overall, Bill 118 sjres 7 is a detailed and factual summary of a significant regulatory issue that is currently under review by Congress. It highlights the importance of congressional oversight in ensuring that federal regulations are in the best interest of the American people and the environment.
Congress
118

Number
SJRES - 7

Introduced on
2023-02-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/2/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Revised Definition of "Waters of the United States," which was submitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency on January 18, 2023. The rule specifies which bodies of water fall under the scope of the Clean Water Act and are thereby under federal jurisdiction. The 2023 rule replaced a 2020 rule that included a narrower definition of waters of the United States.

Bill 118 sjres 7 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense, and the Environmental Protection Agency regarding the "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'". This rule pertains to the definition of which bodies of water fall under federal jurisdiction and regulation.

The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations proposed by federal agencies. In this case, the rule in question seeks to redefine what constitutes "Waters of the United States", which has significant implications for environmental protection and land use regulations.

The resolution is non-partisan in nature, as it focuses on the specific rule and its potential impact rather than aligning with any particular political ideology. It is aimed at providing a thorough analysis of the rule and its implications for Congress to consider before making a decision on whether to approve or disapprove of it. Overall, Bill 118 sjres 7 is a detailed and factual summary of a significant regulatory issue that is currently under review by Congress. It highlights the importance of congressional oversight in ensuring that federal regulations are in the best interest of the American people and the environment.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'".

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Aquatic ecology•
Army Corps of Engineers•
Congressional oversight•
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)•
Environmental regulatory procedures•
Lakes and rivers•
Marine pollution•
Water quality•
Wetlands

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Latest Summary3/3/2023

This joint resolution nullifies the rule titled Revised Definition of "Waters of the United States," which was submitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency on January 18, 2023. The rule sp...


Latest Action2/13/2023
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