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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".

12/15/2025, 4:17 PM

Summary of Bill HJRES 104

The bill titled "Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to 'Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment'" was introduced in the 119th Congress on July 10, 2025, as House Joint Resolution 104. The bill aims to disapprove of a specific rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management regarding the mentioned decision and plan amendment in Miles City Field Office. The key provision of this bill is to express congressional disapproval of the rule in question, indicating a legislative response to the Bureau of Land Management's actions. The bill's primary focus appears to be on exercising congressional authority over federal land management decisions in the specified area.

Congressional Summary of HJRES 104

This joint resolution nullifies the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) relating to the Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA) for the Miles City Field Office in Montana and issued on November 20, 2024. 

By way of background, a RMPA guides the management of lands administered by BLM in field offices and designates which areas are acceptable for coal leasing. The Miles City RMPA made no acres available for leasing and 1,745,040 acres unavailable for further consideration for coal leasing.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 104

Bill HJRES 104 is currently in the status of Became Public Law since December 11, 2025. Bill HJRES 104 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 10, 2025.  Bill HJRES 104's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 119-48. as of December 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 104

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 104

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 104

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".

Comments

Legacy Chu profile image

Legacy Chu

31,102

6 months ago

I can't believe this bill is even being considered! It's ridiculous that they want to disapprove of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management. This decision will have a negative impact on our environment and wildlife. It's important to protect our natural resources, not exploit them for short-term gain. This bill needs to be stopped before it's too late.

Jalen Ford profile image

Jalen Ford

31,095

6 months ago

I'm glad they're finally doing something about it. This is a step in the right direction.

Coraline Buckley profile image

Coraline Buckley

30,726

6 months ago

I am concerned about the potential impacts of this decision on our public lands. It is important to consider the long-term effects of this action on our environment and communities. How will this decision affect our access to natural resources and recreational opportunities in the short term?

Pablo Nichols profile image

Pablo Nichols

30,949

6 months ago

I am sad about this bill. It will hurt the environment in my state.

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 104

Troy Downing
Troy Downing
MontanaIndependent
Ryan K. Zinke
Ryan K. Zinke
MontanaRepublican

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