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".

# Summary of HJRES 78 **What the Bill Does** This bill would overturn a 2024 decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that classified a specific population of longfin smelt fish in the San Francisco Bay-Delta region as endangered. If passed, the bill would remove federal protections for this fish species under the Endangered Species Act, meaning the government would no longer be required to protect its habitat or regulate activities that might harm it. **Who It Affects and Key Details** The bill primarily affects California's San Francisco Bay-Delta region and any industries or water management activities in that area. Longfin smelt are small fish native to the Pacific Coast.

The bill uses a congressional procedure called "disapproval," which allows Congress to reject specific government regulations. The endangered species listing had triggered federal requirements to protect the fish's habitat, which some argued could affect water management and agriculture in the region. **Current Status** The bill has already passed the House of Representatives. It would need to pass the Senate and be signed by the President to become law. This is one example of congressional efforts to review and overturn federal environmental regulations.