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Prohibiting Moratoria on Federal Energy and Mineral Leasing

This act aims to prevent the President from unilaterally halting new permits for oil, gas, coal, and critical mineral extraction on federal lands. This means more stable access to these energy and mineral resources, potentially impacting energy prices and raw material availability nationwide.
Key points
The President cannot independently block new permits for oil, gas, coal, and mineral extraction on federal lands.
Any decision to halt extraction will require Congressional approval, increasing legislative oversight of energy policy.
The act seeks to ensure continuous supply of energy and mineral resources, potentially affecting economic stability and living costs.
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Print number: 117_S_76
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

POWER Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_76.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President cannot independently block new permits for oil, gas, coal, and mineral extraction on federal lands.
  • Any decision to halt extraction will require Congressional approval, increasing legislative oversight of energy policy.
  • The act seeks to ensure continuous supply of energy and mineral resources, potentially affecting economic stability and living costs.
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. Lummis, Cynthia M. [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.

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