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Energy Security Act: No Grants for States Banning Fracking

This act aims to link federal energy grants with state policies on oil and gas extraction. If a state establishes or maintains a ban on hydraulic fracturing (fracking), it will lose eligibility for certain federal grants. This could influence state decisions on energy policy and potentially future energy costs.
Key points
States that prohibit hydraulic fracturing will not be eligible for federal grants under the energy program.
The goal is to encourage states to allow fracking, aiming to increase U.S. energy production.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8678
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Process start date: 2022-08-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Energy is Global Security Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8678.

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 2022-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States that prohibit hydraulic fracturing will not be eligible for federal grants under the energy program.
  • The goal is to encourage states to allow fracking, aiming to increase U.S. energy production.
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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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.

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Environment Economy Public Investments