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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Interior relating to "Oil and Gas and Sulfur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf-High Pressure High Temperature Updates".

3/4/2025, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HJRES 57

Bill 119 hjres 57 is a piece of legislation that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Department of the Interior regarding "Oil and Gas and Sulfur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf-High Pressure High Temperature Updates." The rule in question pertains to regulations governing oil and gas drilling operations in high pressure, high temperature environments on the outer continental shelf.

If passed, this bill would essentially nullify the rule put forth by the Department of the Interior, preventing it from being implemented. The reasoning behind this disapproval is not explicitly stated in the bill itself, but it is likely that lawmakers have concerns about the potential impact of the rule on the oil and gas industry, environmental regulations, or other related issues.

Overall, Bill 119 hjres 57 represents a congressional effort to exercise oversight and control over regulations proposed by the Department of the Interior in relation to oil and gas drilling operations in high pressure, high temperature environments on the outer continental shelf.

Current Status of Bill HJRES 57

Bill HJRES 57 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HJRES 57 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025.  Bill HJRES 57's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of February 12, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 57

Total Number of Sponsors
5
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
5
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 57

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

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