Congress disapproves a rule by the Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA to change the definition of "harm" under the Endangered Species Act.

This joint resolution disapproves a rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that would rescind the definition of "harm" under the Endangered Species Act. The rule, which was published in the Federal Register on July 14, 2026, would have no force or effect if the resolution is enacted. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Adam Schiff and Sheldon Whitehouse.

Congress disapproves a rule by the Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA to change the definition of "harm" under the Endangered Species Act.

This joint resolution disapproves a rule submitted by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that would rescind the definition of "harm" under the Endangered Species Act. The rule, which was published in the Federal Register on July 14, 2026, would have no force or effect if the resolution is enacted. The resolution was introduced by Representatives Adam Schiff and Sheldon Whitehouse.