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Proposed Resolution to Overturn Endangered Species Status for the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard

Original title: HJRES 162: Congressional Disapproval of Dunes Sagebrush Lizard Endangered Species Status

May 31, 2024

environmentendangered speciesfederal regulationcongressional oversightwildlife protection

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The Frame

What this does

The resolution directly challenges the regulatory authority of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which would immediately lift federal land-use and development restrictions currently imposed on habitats in areas where the lizard is found.

Who is mentioned in the record

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United States Fish and Wildlife Service

The agency's regulatory action is subject to nullification by this resolution.

Landowners and developers in lizard habitat areas

These groups are subject to federal land-use restrictions under the current endangered status, which would be removed if the rule is overturned.

What changed

Current stage: IN_COMMITTEE.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This resolution seeks to nullify a recent federal rule that officially classified the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard as an endangered species. If passed, the rule would be invalidated, effectively removing the legal protections and restrictions currently associated with that status.

Why It Matters

The resolution directly challenges the regulatory authority of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, which would immediately lift federal land-use and development restrictions currently imposed on habitats in areas where the lizard is found.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if this resolution passes?
The federal rule designating the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard as an endangered species would be invalidated and lose all legal force.
Why is Congress involved in this decision?
Under the Congressional Review Act (chapter 8 of title 5, U.S. Code), Congress has the authority to review and overturn rules issued by federal agencies.

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Congressional Review Act Usage

The resolution utilizes the Congressional Review Act to bypass standard agency rulemaking processes, indicating a direct legislative attempt to override executive branch environmental policy.

United States Fish and Wildlife ServiceAugust Pfluger

Connected Entities

otherDunes Sagebrush Lizard“subject of the endangered species status”Map →
organizationUnited States Fish and Wildlife Service“submitted a rule relating to the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard”Map →
otherUnited States Code“chapter 8 of title 5”Map →

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  • Controversy85
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