**Congress Blocks Vehicle Rule Changes in Glen Canyon Recreation Area**

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14 days ago - Politics

Congress Blocks New Rules for Vehicles in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

In a recent vote, the House of Representatives decided to block new rules concerning the use of vehicles in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This area is a popular outdoor space known for its stunning landscapes and recreational activities. The decision was supported mainly by House Republicans, who voted to keep the current vehicle rules in place.

The new rules, proposed by the National Park Service, aimed to change how vehicles could be used in the park. If these rules had been approved, they might have limited vehicle access, making it harder for families and visitors to use cars or off-road vehicles to explore the park. By rejecting the proposed rules, Congress ensured that people can continue to enjoy the park without new restrictions on their vehicles.

This vote is important because it means that recreational opportunities remain unchanged for those who depend on cars for transportation within the Glen Canyon area. Families and visitors can keep enjoying their time in the park just as they did before.

In summary, the House passed a resolution that disapproves of the National Park Service's proposed changes to vehicle use in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, allowing current access for all to stay the same.

This is a resolution that Congress passed to block a rule about how vehicles can be used in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

The important points are:

  1. Congress does not agree with the rule from the National Park Service.
  2. This rule would have affected how people use motor vehicles in this national recreation area.
  3. By passing this resolution, the rule will not be allowed and has no effect.

This resolution shows that Congress wants to ensure that the way vehicles are managed in this natural area is different from what the National Park Service suggested.

424 votes

Yes

219

No

205

Not Voting

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  1. Message on Senate action sent to the House.
  2. Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 43. Record Vote Number: 239.
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  3. Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 50 - 43. Record Vote Number: 239.
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  4. Considered by Senate.
  5. Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Record Vote Number: 236.
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  6. Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2772: 1)
  7. Placed on Calendar Senate

    This is a resolution that blocks a rule from the National Park Service about driving motor vehicles in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

    Key Points:

    1. Congress disapproves the rule about motor vehicles in Glen Canyon. This means the rule will not be enforced.

    Supporting Details:

    • The House of Representatives passed this decision on April 29, 2025.
    • The National Park Service had a rule that affected how people could use motor vehicles in this area, but now that rule has no power.

    This decision is important for people who visit Glen Canyon, as it changes how they can access and enjoy the area using vehicles.

  8. Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 65.
  9. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  10. On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 205 (Roll no. 110). (text: CR H1706)
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  11. Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 205 (Roll no. 110). (text: CR H1706)
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  12. Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1711-1712: 1)
  13. POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.J.Res. 60, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Huffman demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
  14. The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
  15. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 60.
  16. 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.
  17. Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 354. (consideration: CR H1706-1709: 4)
  18. Engrossed in House

    This is a decision by Congress to stop a rule made by the National Park Service about motor vehicles in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

    • Congress disapproves the rule about how motor vehicles can be used in Glen Canyon.
    • The rule will not be allowed or enforced.
    • This decision was made on April 29, 2025.

    In simple terms, it means that there will be no new rules about vehicles in this park.

  19. 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.
  20. Introduced in House

    This is a resolution that Congress passed to block a rule about how vehicles can be used in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

    The important points are:

    1. Congress does not agree with the rule from the National Park Service.
    2. This rule would have affected how people use motor vehicles in this national recreation area.
    3. By passing this resolution, the rule will not be allowed and has no effect.

    This resolution shows that Congress wants to ensure that the way vehicles are managed in this natural area is different from what the National Park Service suggested.

  21. Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
  22. Introduced in House