A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".

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Summary of Bill SJRES 61

Bill 118 sjres 61 is a joint resolution that seeks to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration regarding National Performance Management Measures for assessing the performance of the National Highway System, specifically in relation to greenhouse gas emissions. The resolution falls under chapter 8 of title 5 of the United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn federal agency regulations.

The rule in question aims to establish measures for evaluating the performance of the National Highway System, with a specific focus on monitoring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This is part of the federal government's efforts to address climate change and promote environmental sustainability within the transportation sector.

If passed, Bill 118 sjres 61 would effectively nullify the rule proposed by the Federal Highway Administration, preventing it from being implemented and enforced. This resolution reflects Congress's authority to review and challenge regulations that may have significant impacts on various industries and the general public. Overall, the resolution highlights the ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding environmental regulations and their potential effects on infrastructure development and transportation policies in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill SJRES 61

Bill SJRES 61 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2024. Bill SJRES 61 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2024.  Bill SJRES 61's most recent activity was Held at the desk. as of April 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 61

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
98
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
96
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 61

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

Climate change and greenhouse gasesLegislative rules and procedurePerformance measurementState and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 61

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 61

R
Kevin Cramer
North Dakota(Republican)
R
Todd Young
Indiana(Republican)
R
Roger F. Wicker
Mississippi(Republican)
R
J. D. Vance
Ohio(Republican)
R
Thom Tillis
North Carolina(Republican)
R
Tommy Tuberville
Alabama(Republican)

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