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Marine Habitat Protection: Oil Platforms as Artificial Reefs

New rules allow unused oil platforms and pipelines to be converted into artificial reefs, supporting marine life and fishing. This benefits the marine environment and can create new fishing opportunities. Companies can transfer liability for these structures to federal or state agencies.
Key points
Idle oil platforms and pipelines can be converted into artificial reefs, supporting marine life.
Companies can transfer liability for these structures to government agencies under specific conditions.
A public database of platforms eligible for reef conversion will be created, increasing transparency.
Reefing can enhance fishing and marine tourism opportunities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6814
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Marine Fisheries Habitat Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6814.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Idle oil platforms and pipelines can be converted into artificial reefs, supporting marine life.
  • Companies can transfer liability for these structures to government agencies under specific conditions.
  • A public database of platforms eligible for reef conversion will be created, increasing transparency.
  • Reefing can enhance fishing and marine tourism opportunities.
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 Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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

Environment Economy