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119th Congress · H.J.Res. 78 · Passed Origin

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".

This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service titled Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt and published on July 30, 2024. The rule lists the San Francisco Bay-Delta distinct population segment of longfin smelt, a fish species of the Pacific Coast, as an endangered species. Thus, the joint resolution removes protection for the species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.

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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".
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[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 52 (Friday, March 21, 2025)][House]From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]By Mr. LaMALFA:H.J. Res. 78.Congress has the power to enact this legislation pursuantto the following:Article I, Section 8, Clause 14[Page H1190]

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Sponsor

  • Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1] · [R-CA-1] · L000578
    Rep-CA-1 current · 7 terms

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2025-01-03
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2026-01-05
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Candidate record (candidates) · cycle 2026

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2024-11-07
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2024-11-07
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Candidate summary (candidate_summaries) · cycle 2026

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2026
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$770,763.95
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$735,248.65
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$719,957.24
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2026-06-30

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Cosponsors (8)

  • Rep. Calvert, Ken [R-CA-41] · [R-CA-41] · C000059 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-41 current · 17 terms · @KenCalvert · 2 district offices
  • Rep. Fong, Vince [R-CA-20] · [R-CA-20] · F000480 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-20 current · 2 terms · @RepVinceFong · 2 district offices
  • Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48] · [R-CA-48] · I000056 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-48 current · 12 terms · @repdarrellissa · 3 district offices
  • Rep. Kim, Young [R-CA-40] · [R-CA-40] · K000397 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-40 current · 3 terms · @RepYoungKim · 2 district offices
  • Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-5] · [R-CA-5] · M001177 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-5 current · 9 terms · @RepMcClintock · 2 district offices
  • Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22] · [R-CA-22] · V000129 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-21 · original
    Rep-CA-22 current · 6 terms · @RepDavidValadao · 2 district offices
  • Rep. Kiley, Kevin [R-CA-3] · [R-CA-3] · K000401 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-25
    Ind-CA-3 current · 2 terms · @RepKiley · 1 district office
  • Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-23] · [R-CA-23] · O000019 · Co-sponsored 2025-03-25
    Rep-CA-23 current · 3 terms · @JayObernolte · 1 district office

Committees (1)

  • Natural Resources Committee [House Standing]
    2025-03-21T20:04:25ZReferred To

Actions — from XML (12)

  • 2025-05-05IntroReferralvia Senate
    Received in the Senate.
  • 2025-05-01 10:22:47FloorH38310via House floor actions
    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  • 2025-05-01 10:22:45FloorH37100via House floor actions
    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 195 (Roll no. 113). (text: CR H1781)
    VoteHouse roll 113 — source
  • 2025-05-01 10:22:45Floor8000via Library of Congress
    Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 216 - 195 (Roll no. 113). (text: CR H1781)
    VoteHouse roll 113 — source
  • 2025-05-01 09:52:47FloorH35000via House floor actions
    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
  • 2025-05-01 09:18:45FloorH8D000via House floor actions
    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 78.
  • 2025-05-01 09:18:23FloorH8D000via House floor actions
    Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88 and H.J. Res. 89. The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88, and H.J. Res. 89 under a closed rule with one hour of debate and one motion to recommit on each joint resolution.
  • 2025-05-01 09:18:18FloorH30000via House floor actions
    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 354. (consideration: CR H1781-1786)
  • 2025-04-28 19:35:46FloorH1L210via House floor actions
    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 354 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88 and H The resolution provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 60, H.J. Res. 78, H.J. Res. 87, H.J. Res. 88, and H.J. Res. 89 under a closed rule with one hour of debate and one motion to recommit on each joint resolution.
  • 2025-03-21IntroReferralH11100via House floor actions
    Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  • 2025-03-21IntroReferralIntro-Hvia Library of Congress
    Introduced in House
  • 2025-03-21IntroReferral1000via Library of Congress
    Introduced in House

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  • Display Title2026-07-10T15:38:29Z
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".
  • Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill textEHH2026-07-10T15:38:22Z
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".
  • Official Title as IntroducedIH2025-03-22T08:18:42Z
    Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".

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00 · 2025-03-21 · Introduced in House

This joint resolution nullifies the rule issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service titled Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt and published on July 30, 2024. The rule lists the San Francisco Bay-Delta distinct population segment of longfin smelt, a fish species of the Pacific Coast, as an endangered species. Thus, the joint resolution removes protection for the species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973.

Related bills

  • HRES 354 (119) Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 60) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Park Service relating to "Glen Canyon National Recreation Area: Motor Vehicles"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 78) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 87) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Heavy-Duty Vehicle and Engine Emission Warranty and Maintenance Provisions; Advanced Clean Trucks; Zero Emission Airport Shuttle; Zero-Emission Power Train Certification; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 88) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine Pollution Control Standards; Advanced Clean Cars II; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 89) providing congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Motor Vehicle and Engine and Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; The "Omnibus" Low NOX Regulation; Waiver of Preemption; Notice of Decision"; and for other purposes.
    Latest: 2025-09-16 — Pursuant to the provisions of H.Res. 707, H.Res. 354 is amended.
    Relationship: Related bill (via House), Procedurally related (via House)

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Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Species Status for the San Francisco Bay-Delta Distinct Population Segment of the Longfin Smelt".
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