What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 1217.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-27.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr1217/BILLS-118hr1217ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 1217

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Limiting Federal Regulation of Hydraulic Fracturing to State Authority

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: State authorities will gain exclusive control over hydraulic fracturing regulations in the Susquehanna, Delaware, and Potomac River basins. Federal and inter-agency river commissions (Susquehanna River Basin Commission, Delaware River Basin Commission, Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin) will be prohibited from implementing their own rules in this area. This change may affect environmental protection standards and the development of the extraction industry in these regions, depending on individual state policies.

This bill aims to restrict federal and inter-agency river commissions from creating and enforcing regulations on hydraulic fracturing. This means that decisions on this matter will be made exclusively at the state level, potentially impacting local environment and economy.

Key points

State authorities will gain exclusive control over hydraulic fracturing regulations in the Susquehanna, Delaware, and Potomac River basins.

Federal and inter-agency river commissions (Susquehanna River Basin Commission, Delaware River Basin Commission, Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin) will be prohibited from implementing their own rules in this area.

This change may affect environmental protection standards and the development of the extraction industry in these regions, depending on individual state policies.

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Additional Information

DRILL Now Act

Print number: HR 1217

Sponsor: Rep. Perry, Scott [R-PA-10]

Process start date: 2023-02-27

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Limiting Federal Regulation of Hydraulic Fracturing to State Authority

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