hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Disapproves a federal rule for a national monument's management.
Introduced by Senators Lee and Curtis.
In Senate committee, awaiting further action.
This bill proposes to reject a rule from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding the management plan for the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. If passed, the BLM's new plan would not take effect. The bill was introduced by Senator Lee and co-sponsored by Senator Curtis. It is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Introduced Mar 4, 2026
This joint resolution was introduced in the Senate on March 4, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. For it to become law, it must pass both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then be signed by the President or pass over a presidential veto. It has not yet been voted on by a full chamber.
If this bill passes, the Bureau of Land Management's specific 'Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan' for the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument would be nullified. This means any new policies or changes outlined in that plan regarding land use, conservation, or access would not be implemented. Instead, previous management rules or plans for the monument would likely remain in effect. Furthermore, the Congressional Review Act's mechanism prevents the agency from issuing a substantially similar rule in the future without specific authorization from Congress.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue the federal management plan is inappropriate and should be blocked to maintain prior land uses.
Critics Say
Critics would likely argue the federal plan is necessary for managing the monument and congressional interference is unwarranted.
Supporters of this bill likely believe that the Bureau of Land Management's new plan for the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is an overreach or does not align with local interests or existing land use practices. They would argue that blocking this plan is essential to prevent adverse changes to the monument's management. Conversely, those who oppose the bill would likely contend that the BLM's plan is a necessary and well-considered approach to manage, protect, or conserve the monument's resources and values, and that its disapproval undermines the agency's expertise and authority.