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Orphaned Oil and Gas Well Cleanup Program

This act establishes a federal program and provides funds to states and tribal governments for plugging, remediating, and reclaiming orphaned oil and gas wells. The goal is to improve public safety, protect the environment, and create jobs, especially in areas affected by the decline in the oil and gas industry.
Key points
The federal government will launch a program to identify and clean up orphaned wells on federal lands, prioritizing those posing the greatest health and environmental risks.
States and tribal governments will receive grants for similar activities on their lands, helping to reclaim land and reduce pollution, including methane emissions.
The act provides various types of grants, including initial, formula, and performance grants, to encourage effective action and strengthen local reclamation programs.
Funding will be directed towards creating jobs in the reclamation sector, supporting local economies affected by unemployment in the oil and gas industry.
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Print number: 117_HR_3585
Sponsor: Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7]
Process start date: 2021-05-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REGROW Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3585.

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 2021-05-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal government will launch a program to identify and clean up orphaned wells on federal lands, prioritizing those posing the greatest health and environmental risks.
  • States and tribal governments will receive grants for similar activities on their lands, helping to reclaim land and reduce pollution, including methane emissions.
  • The act provides various types of grants, including initial, formula, and performance grants, to encourage effective action and strengthen local reclamation programs.
  • Funding will be directed towards creating jobs in the reclamation sector, supporting local economies affected by unemployment in the oil and gas industry.
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. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7].

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 2025-12-28.

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