S.J.Res. 11
119th Congress
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".
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Cosponsors
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Actions
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Amendments
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Committees
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Since introduced
Became Public Law No: 119-3.
14 March 2025·1 year ago
Summary
Public Law · Updated 23 June 2026
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.
Timeline
26 actions
Became Public Law No: 119-3.
14 March 2025 · BecameLaw
Became Public Law No: 119-3.
14 March 2025 · President
Signed by President.
14 March 2025 · President
Signed by President.
14 March 2025 · BecameLaw
Presented to President.
10 March 2025 · President
Presented to President.
10 March 2025 · Floor
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.
6 March 2025 · Floor
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S.J. Res. 11.
6 March 2025 · Floor
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 177. (consideration: CR H1014-1019)
6 March 2025 · Floor
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 202, 1 Present (Roll no. 61). (text: CR H1014-1015)
6 March 2025 · Floor
The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
6 March 2025 · Floor
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 202, 1 Present (Roll no. 61). (text: CR H1014-1015)
6 March 2025 · Floor
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
6 March 2025 · Floor
Rule H. Res. 177 passed House.
4 March 2025 · Floor
Held at the desk.
26 February 2025 · Floor
Received in the House.
26 February 2025 · Floor
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
26 February 2025 · Floor
Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S1322-1324, S1332-1333)
25 February 2025 · Floor
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 44. Record Vote Number: 92.
25 February 2025 · Floor
Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 54 - 42. Record Vote Number: 91. (CR S1322)
25 February 2025 · Floor
Sponsorship
2 cosponsors
Sponsor
Republican:Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]LACosponsors
- Republican2100%
- Republican:Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]ID
- Republican:Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]MS
Classification
Policy area
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesLegislative subjects
Committees
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Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Senate · Standing
- Referred To4 Feb 2025
- Discharged From24 Feb 2025
Cosponsor momentum
Cumulative over time
Cosponsors grew from 1 on 4 February 2025 to 2 on 24 February 2025.
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