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Fracking Regulations: States Gain Sole Authority on Federal Lands.

This act aims to grant states the sole authority to regulate hydraulic fracturing on federal lands within their borders. This means decisions on how and where these operations are conducted will be made closer to citizens, at the state level, potentially impacting local environment and economy. The change seeks to simplify regulations and avoid dual oversight.
Key points
States will have sole authority to regulate hydraulic fracturing on federal land within their boundaries.
The goal is to streamline regulations and prevent overlapping federal and state rules.
The act emphasizes that existing state regulations are effective in protecting water resources.
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Print number: 117_S_2393
Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK]
Process start date: 2021-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fracturing Regulations are Effective in State Hands Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2393.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States will have sole authority to regulate hydraulic fracturing on federal land within their boundaries.
  • The goal is to streamline regulations and prevent overlapping federal and state rules.
  • The act emphasizes that existing state regulations are effective in protecting water 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 Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Environment Economy