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Strategic Reserve Use Linked to Boosting Domestic Oil Production

New rules connect releasing oil from national reserves to increasing oil and gas production on federal lands. This means the government must create a plan to boost domestic production before using strategic reserves, potentially impacting energy availability and prices.
Key points
Using the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) will require a prior plan to increase production on federal lands.
The plan must include actions to increase production beyond already scheduled sales.
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Print number: 117_HR_6176
Sponsor: Rep. Palazzo, Steven M. [R-MS-4]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SPR Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6176.

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 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Using the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) will require a prior plan to increase production on federal lands.
  • The plan must include actions to increase production beyond already scheduled sales.
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. Palazzo, Steven M. [R-MS-4].

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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Economy