Bills/S.J.Res. 61

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to "Miles City Field Office Record of Decision and Approved Resource Management Plan Amendment".

In CommitteeEnvironmentSenateSenate Joint Resolution · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# Summary of SJRES 61 **What It Does:** This bill would block a land management plan decision made by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for its Miles City Field Office in Montana. It uses a congressional procedure called a "resolution of disapproval" that allows Congress to overturn federal agency rules. If passed, the bill would cancel the BLM's approved resource management plan amendment for that office. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects public lands in the Miles City area of Montana and anyone with interests in how those lands are managed—including ranchers, energy companies, environmentalists, hunters, and other outdoor users.

The decision would impact how federal land in eastern Montana is used for grazing, energy development, recreation, and conservation. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Steve Daines (R-Montana) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate or House. The specific details of what the BLM's plan amendment contained—and why it's being challenged—are not provided in this bill summary.

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Latest Action

October 7, 2025

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 179.

Sponsor

R
Daines, Steve [R-MT]
R-MT · Senate
1 cosponsor

Key Dates

Introduced
July 10, 2025
Last Updated
October 7, 2025
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