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Bill Halting New Rules for Approving Gas Projects

This bill stops new rules for approving natural gas pipelines and facilities from taking effect. The new rules will only apply when gas supplies are reliable and energy prices drop. Until then, projects will be reviewed faster under older rules.
Key points
New, potentially stricter rules for gas projects are put on hold.
Decisions on building new gas facilities will be made faster based on older regulations.
The changes aim to improve energy security and stabilize prices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_4451
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2022-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ENSURE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4451.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New, potentially stricter rules for gas projects are put on hold.
  • Decisions on building new gas facilities will be made faster based on older regulations.
  • The changes aim to improve energy security and stabilize prices.
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. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

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.

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

Economy Environment Security