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Prohibiting Moratoriums on Oil and Gas Leases on Federal Lands.

This bill aims to ensure the continuous extraction of oil and gas on federal lands, including national forests and other public lands. It means the government cannot halt the issuance of new drilling permits and leases, which could impact energy price stability and fuel availability.
Key points
Prohibits moratoriums on new oil and gas leases and drill permits on federal lands.
Applies to lands under the jurisdiction of both the Secretary of Agriculture (National Forest System) and the Secretary of the Interior (public lands).
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Print number: 117_HR_218
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Process start date: 2021-01-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving America’s Energy Future Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_218.

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 2021-01-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits moratoriums on new oil and gas leases and drill permits on federal lands.
  • Applies to lands under the jurisdiction of both the Secretary of Agriculture (National Forest System) and the Secretary of the Interior (public lands).
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. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

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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