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Restarting Oil and Gas Leasing on Federal Lands

This bill aims to restart oil and gas lease sales on federal lands. It means the President cannot stop issuing permits for oil and gas exploration and extraction unless Congress decides otherwise. This could impact energy prices, fuel availability, and environmental concerns.
Key points
Resumes oil and gas lease sales on federal land and offshore areas.
The President cannot halt oil and gas permitting without Congressional approval.
Reverses previous energy policies that limited oil and natural gas development.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3731
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2022-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to restart oil and gas leasing and permitting on Federal land, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3731.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Resumes oil and gas lease sales on federal land and offshore areas.
  • The President cannot halt oil and gas permitting without Congressional approval.
  • Reverses previous energy policies that limited oil and natural gas development.
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. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

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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