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5/27/2025, 2:12 PM
Summary of Bill HR 677
Bill 119 HR 677, also known as the "Department of the Interior Appeals Process Act," aims to create a more efficient system for reviewing appeals of decisions made by the Department of the Interior. The bill specifically targets appeals related to land management, natural resource development, and environmental protection.
Under this proposed legislation, a new process would be established to expedite the review of appeals, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner. This would help to prevent delays in important projects and ensure that individuals and organizations have a fair and timely opportunity to challenge decisions made by the Department of the Interior.
The bill does not specify the exact details of the new appeals process, but it is intended to streamline the current system and make it more responsive to the needs of stakeholders. It is important to note that this bill does not seek to change any existing laws or regulations related to the Department of the Interior, but rather aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the appeals process. Overall, Bill 119 HR 677 is a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the current appeals process within the Department of the Interior. By creating a more expedited review process, this legislation seeks to ensure that decisions are made in a timely manner and that stakeholders have a fair opportunity to challenge decisions that may impact their interests.
Under this proposed legislation, a new process would be established to expedite the review of appeals, ensuring that decisions are made in a timely manner. This would help to prevent delays in important projects and ensure that individuals and organizations have a fair and timely opportunity to challenge decisions made by the Department of the Interior.
The bill does not specify the exact details of the new appeals process, but it is intended to streamline the current system and make it more responsive to the needs of stakeholders. It is important to note that this bill does not seek to change any existing laws or regulations related to the Department of the Interior, but rather aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the appeals process. Overall, Bill 119 HR 677 is a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the current appeals process within the Department of the Interior. By creating a more expedited review process, this legislation seeks to ensure that decisions are made in a timely manner and that stakeholders have a fair opportunity to challenge decisions that may impact their interests.
Congressional Summary of HR 677
Expedited Appeals Review Act or the EARA
This bill authorizes a party that files an appeal of a Department of the Interior decision with the Interior Board of Land Appeals to submit a written request for expedited review of the appeal. (The mission of the board is to provide an impartial forum within Interior for the resolution of disputes involving public lands and natural resources under Interior's jurisdiction.)
If a party submits such a request, the board must issue a final decision on the appeal not later than six months after the date on which the request for expedited review was received. However, the deadline may not be earlier than 18 months after the date on which the appeal was initially filed with the board.
If the deadline for expedited review is not met, Interior's decision is deemed a final agency action and is subject to de novo judicial review (i.e., without deference to the agency's decision).
This bill applies to appeals pending as of the date of enactment of this bill and appeals filed after the date of enactment.
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Current Status of Bill HR 677
Bill HR 677 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since May 14, 2025. Bill HR 677 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2025. Bill HR 677's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of May 14, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 677
Total Number of Sponsors
9Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
9Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 677
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative law and regulatory procedures
- Administrative remedies
- Department of the Interior
- Indian lands and resources rights
- Land transfers
- Land use and conservation
- Mining
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 677
To establish a process to expedite the review of appeals of certain decisions by the Department of the Interior.
To establish a process to expedite the review of appeals of certain decisions by the Department of the Interior.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 677
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