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Permanent Ban on Offshore Drilling in Atlantic and Florida Straits.

This bill aims to permanently prohibit oil and gas drilling in specific offshore areas of the Atlantic and the Straits of Florida. This means no new drilling permits will be issued, protecting marine environments and supporting tourism. For citizens, this could lead to cleaner beaches and waters, potentially benefiting local economies reliant on tourism and fishing.
Key points
Permanently prohibits issuing leases or authorizations for oil, natural gas, or other mineral exploration, development, or production in the Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, North Atlantic, and Straits of Florida planning areas.
The goal is to protect marine environments and support the tourism industry in these regions by eliminating drilling risks.
No new drilling could help preserve the natural beauty of coastlines and marine ecosystems, benefiting recreation and public health.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3116
Sponsor: Rep. Pallone, Frank, Jr. [D-NJ-6]
Process start date: 2021-05-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COAST Anti-Drilling Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3116.

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 2021-05-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Permanently prohibits issuing leases or authorizations for oil, natural gas, or other mineral exploration, development, or production in the Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, North Atlantic, and Straits of Florida planning areas.
  • The goal is to protect marine environments and support the tourism industry in these regions by eliminating drilling risks.
  • No new drilling could help preserve the natural beauty of coastlines and marine ecosystems, benefiting recreation and public health.
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. Pallone, Frank, Jr. [D-NJ-6].

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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Environment Economy