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Streamlining Pipeline Construction: New Rules for Infrastructure Projects

This act aims to accelerate the construction of pipelines and other infrastructure projects, like roads, by limiting states' ability to block them for reasons other than water quality protection. This could impact energy availability and prices, but also local environments.
Key points
Standardizing permitting rules for infrastructure projects, such as pipelines, to speed up their implementation.
States and Indian Tribes will only be able to deny project approvals based on direct water quality impacts, not for other reasons like greenhouse gas emissions.
The goal is to ensure stable energy supplies and lower prices by facilitating the transport of natural gas and other resources.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8556
Sponsor: Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13]
Process start date: 2022-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Build More Pipelines Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8556.

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 2022-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Standardizing permitting rules for infrastructure projects, such as pipelines, to speed up their implementation.
  • States and Indian Tribes will only be able to deny project approvals based on direct water quality impacts, not for other reasons like greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The goal is to ensure stable energy supplies and lower prices by facilitating the transport of natural gas and other resources.
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. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Transport Economy