Only the right has signed this so far (Bill Ranking)
S.J.Res. 11 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
3 members · Left 0 · Center 0 · Right 3 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Sen. Kennedy, John (R-LA) (Introduced 02/04/2025) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Right · DW-NOMINATE +0.56 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 3 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee; Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee |
| Latest Action | 03/14/2025 Became Public Law No: 119-3. |
| Roll Call Votes | 3 |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Public Law: Public Law 119-3
Public Law (03/14/2025)
This joint resolution rescinds a requirement for lessees and operators to submit an archaeological report with any oil and gas exploration or development plan they submit to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) for approval of activities proposed on the Outer Continental Shelf. (An archaeological report identifies material remains of human life or activities that are at least 50 years old and that are of archaeological interest.)
Specifically, the joint resolution nullifies BOEM's final rule titled Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources and published on September 3, 2024.
Nullifying this rule requires BOEM to reinstate regulations that were previously in effect and authorized BOEM to require an archaeological report only if a BOEM regional director has reason to believe that an archaeological resource may be present in the lease area.
SJ 11 ENR: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to “Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources”. U.S. Senate text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. One Hundred Nineteenth Congress of the United States of America 1st Session Begun and held at the City of Washington on Friday, the third day of January, two thousand and twenty five S. J. RES. 11
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
JOINT RESOLUTION Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources. That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources (89 Fed. Reg. 71160 (September 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect. Speaker of the House of Representatives Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate
119 SJ 11 ES: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to “Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources”. U.S. Senate text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. 119th CONGRESS1st SessionS. J. RES. 11IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJOINT RESOLUTIONProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources.That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources (89 Fed. Reg. 71160 (September 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.Passed the Senate February 25, 2025.Secretary
119 SJ 11 IS: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to “Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources”. U.S. Senate 2025-02-04 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIA119th CONGRESS1st SessionS. J. RES. 11IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESFebruary 4, 2025Mr. Kennedy (for himself and Mrs. Hyde-Smith) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural ResourcesJOINT RESOLUTIONProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources.That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources (89 Fed. Reg. 71160 (September 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.
119 SJ 11 PCS: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to “Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources”. U.S. Senate 2025-02-24 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIACalendar No. 15119th CONGRESS1st SessionS. J. RES. 11IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESFebruary 4, 2025Mr. Kennedy (for himself, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, and Mr. Crapo) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural ResourcesFebruary 24, 2025Committee discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c), and placed on the calendar
JOINT RESOLUTIONProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources.That Congress disapproves the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources (89 Fed. Reg. 71160 (September 3, 2024)), and such rule shall have no force or effect.February 24, 2025Committee discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c), and placed on the calendar
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 | Library of Congress | Introduced in Senate |
| 02/04/2025 | Senate | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| 02/24/2025 | Library of Congress | Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c). |
| 02/24/2025 | Senate | Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources discharged, by petition, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 802(c). |
| 02/24/2025 | Senate | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 15. |
| 02/25/2025 | Senate | Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 42. Record Vote Number: 91. (CR S1322) |
| 02/25/2025 | Senate | Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S1322-1324, S1332-1333) |
| 02/25/2025 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 44. Record Vote Number: 92. |
| 02/25/2025 | Senate | Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 44. Record Vote Number: 92. (text: CR S1333) |
| 02/26/2025 | Senate | Message on Senate action sent to the House. |
| 02/26/2025 | House floor actions | Received in the House. |
| 02/26/2025 | House floor actions | Held at the desk. |
| 03/04/2025 | House floor actions | Rule H. Res. 177 passed House. |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 177. (consideration: CR H1014-1019) |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 42, H.J. Res. 61 and S.J. Res. 11. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 42, H.J. Res. 61, and S.J. Res. 11 under a closed rule with one of general debate on each measure. The resolution also provides for one motion to recommit on H.J. Res. 42 and H.J. Res. 61 and one motion to commit on S.J. Res. 11. |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S.J. Res. 11. |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule. |
| 03/06/2025 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 202, 1 Present (Roll no. 61). (text: CR H1014-1015) |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 202, 1 Present (Roll no. 61). (text: CR H1014-1015) |
| 03/06/2025 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 03/10/2025 | Library of Congress | Presented to President. |
| 03/10/2025 | House floor actions | Presented to President. |
| 03/14/2025 | Library of Congress | Signed by President. |
| 03/14/2025 | Library of Congress | Signed by President. |
| 03/14/2025 | Library of Congress | Became Public Law No: 119-3. |
| 03/14/2025 | Library of Congress | Became Public Law No: 119-3. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Display Title | A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources". |
| Official Title as Introduced | A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources". |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee | 02/24/2025 Discharged From |
| Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee | 02/04/2025 Referred To |
Policy Area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
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