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’’.; 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’’.; 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’’.; 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’’.; 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’’.
2025-04-28
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Good afternoon. The committee will come to order. Without objection, the chair is authorized to declare recess at any time. Warning, I am very emotional. Before we proceed with our meeting, I want to take a moment and say that Mr. McGovern and his family remain in our prayers. For people who often tune in to the Rules Committee, it can seem like there's a lot of conflict between our two sides. And that's certainly true on a policy level. But I think it's important, especially in these times, to remember that regardless of our disagreements about policy and the passion with which we argue, argue that across the other side of the dais, behind every one of the words uttered, there is a human being. We all feel the same feelings. So when one of our members experiences loss, it's something we're all unfortunately too familiar with. The loss of a child, no matter the age, is one of the greatest heartbreaks imaginable. I know that Molly was a very vibrant light within the McGovern family, and I am sure that everyone who was fortunate enough to know her or even meet her could tell how much of a wonderful human being she was. In this difficult time of loss, may Mr. McGovern and his family find continued comfort, peace, and strength from their faith and from those around them. With that, I turn to Ms. Scanlon for any comments she wishes to make.
Thank you, Chairwoman Fox. I know I speak on behalf of our colleagues past and present when I say our hearts are with the McGovern family as they grieve the untimely passing of their beloved daughter, Molly. I've spent years listening to Jim glowingly describe Molly as an amazing young woman whose sense of humor was matched by her big heart and impressive intellect. Molly loved the Boston Bruins. problem I might have from Philly, but she loved all her Boston teams. She loved travel dogs and spending time with her beloved family, a family that gave her so much love and support and understanding that she was able to fly to spread her wings to share her light despite her health challenges. And of course, those of us who serve with Jim enjoyed his discomfort when his cell phone would go off in rules committee meetings after Molly had changed his ringtone to sicko mode. Understandably, Jim can't be with us today, so I would like to read the following statement from him, his wife, Lisa, and their son, Patrick. Molly radiated pure joy. She lit up every room with her beaming smile full of laughter, endless warmth and a sharp wit that could disarm you in an instant. She was unbelievably funny, fiercely loyal and wise beyond her years. Molly had a rare gift. She made everyone feel special because she genuinely believed everyone was special. She treated people with compassion and kindness, always standing up for the underdog and making fast friends wherever she went. Her love for the Boston Bruins was fierce, but it was no match for the love she gave so freely to her family and friends. If you ever met Molly, you carried a piece of her light with you. She had that kind of effect on people. Even as she faced a rare cancer diagnosis, she did so with relentless courage, optimism, and tenacity, refusing to let her illness slow her down. She had just finished a semester abroad in Australia. She passed away unexpectedly in Italy while visiting a good friend and his family.
Molly will always be the soul of our family. We're so proud of her and so glad that so many people were touched by her incredible life. We love you, Molly. We miss you already. Of course, our hearts go out to Jim and his family at this difficult time, and we hope that they and the entire McGovern team know that they're in our prayers.
I yield back. HJ res 60, HJ res 78, HJ res 87, HJ res 88, HJ res 89. HJ res 60 provides for congressional disapproval of a rule submitted by the National Park Service in the last administration relating to Glen Canyon National Recreation Area motor vehicles. The National Park Service holds a dual mandate that combines conservation alongside the offering of public recreation. However, this National Park Service rule violates the agency's own dual mandate. Many citizens in Utah live in areas that are locked in by national parks, and they rely on ATVs and other off-road vehicles to navigate freely. This Park Service rule would strip them of that ability.
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