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More Energy, More Jobs: New Oil and Gas Extraction Rules

This act aims to increase oil and gas extraction in U.S. offshore waters, potentially impacting energy prices and job availability. It introduces new rules for leasing extraction areas, including annual auctions in the Gulf of Mexico and faster permit issuance. This could mean more jobs in the energy sector, but also potential environmental impacts.
Key points
Establishes a new five-year program for leasing oil and gas extraction areas on the outer continental shelf.
Allows coastal states to nominate areas for leasing, which must be considered by the federal government.
Mandates annual lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico, covering Central and Western areas.
Shortens the permit approval time for offshore oil and gas activities to 75 days, unless clear grounds for denial exist.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1325
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

More Energy More Jobs Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1325.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new five-year program for leasing oil and gas extraction areas on the outer continental shelf.
  • Allows coastal states to nominate areas for leasing, which must be considered by the federal government.
  • Mandates annual lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico, covering Central and Western areas.
  • Shortens the permit approval time for offshore oil and gas activities to 75 days, unless clear grounds for denial exist.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Brady, Kevin [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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