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; Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat".

Bill 118 hjres 157 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the listing of endangered and threatened wildlife and plants, as well as designating critical habitat. The bill falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, which allows Congress to review and potentially overturn regulations put forth by federal agencies.

The rule in question, submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service, pertains to the protection of endangered and threatened species and the designation of critical habitat for these species. The bill seeks to challenge and potentially nullify this rule through the process of congressional disapproval.

If passed, Bill 118 hjres 157 would have significant implications for the conservation and protection of endangered and threatened wildlife and plants in the United States. It would signal a shift in the regulatory framework governing these species and their habitats, potentially impacting the efforts to preserve and restore their populations. Overall, the passage of this bill would represent a significant decision by Congress regarding the management of endangered and threatened species and their critical habitats, highlighting the ongoing debate and tension between conservation efforts and regulatory oversight.