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Congressional Approval Required for Oil and Gas Moratoriums.

This act aims to ensure that the President or the Secretary of the Interior cannot unilaterally halt oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. For such a moratorium to take effect, Congress must explicitly approve it. This means decisions on energy resource access will require broader political consensus, potentially impacting energy prices and fuel availability.
Key points
The President cannot independently impose a moratorium on oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Any such moratorium requires explicit approval by Congress, increasing its role in energy policy.
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Print number: 117_HR_1726
Sponsor: Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ANWR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1726.

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 2021-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President cannot independently impose a moratorium on oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
  • Any such moratorium requires explicit approval by Congress, increasing its role in energy policy.
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. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large].

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.

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