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Mandatory Drinking Water Testing for Oil and Gas Operations

This act introduces new rules for testing underground drinking water sources near oil, gas, and geothermal energy extraction sites. Its purpose is to protect the quality of your drinking water through regular testing and public disclosure of results, enhancing safety and transparency of extraction companies' operations.
Key points
Extraction companies must test drinking water before drilling, every 6 months during operations, and for 5 years after completion.
Test results will be publicly available in an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) database, searchable by ZIP Code.
Tests must be conducted by certified laboratories and include substances indicating potential contamination from drilling.
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Additional Information
Safe Hydration is an American Right in Energy Development Act of 2021
Print number: HR 2164
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Mandatory Drinking Water Testing for Oil and Gas Operations

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2164.

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 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extraction companies must test drinking water before drilling, every 6 months during operations, and for 5 years after completion.
  • Test results will be publicly available in an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) database, searchable by ZIP Code.
  • Tests must be conducted by certified laboratories and include substances indicating potential contamination from drilling.

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. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.

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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