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Increased Transparency in Oil and Gas Permitting

This act aims to increase transparency in the process of issuing oil and gas exploration and drilling permits. Citizens will gain access to public data on application statuses, allowing them to monitor government actions in this area. This is intended to speed up processes and reduce delays, which could impact energy supply stability and fuel prices.
Key points
The government will be required to publish monthly data on the number of submitted, approved, and pending applications for oil and gas exploration and drilling.
All pending drilling permit applications that meet legal requirements must be issued within 30 days of the act's enactment.
The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture will annually report on staffing levels for energy permitting, identifying any shortfalls.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9024
Sponsor: Rep. Tiffany, Thomas P. [R-WI-7]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DRILL Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9024.

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 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will be required to publish monthly data on the number of submitted, approved, and pending applications for oil and gas exploration and drilling.
  • All pending drilling permit applications that meet legal requirements must be issued within 30 days of the act's enactment.
  • The Departments of the Interior and Agriculture will annually report on staffing levels for energy permitting, identifying any shortfalls.
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. Tiffany, Thomas P. [R-WI-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.

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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