arrow_back Back to App

Orphan Well Grants: Flexibility for States, Study on Community Impact

This new law makes it easier for states to get funding to plug old, inactive oil and gas wells by removing the requirement to measure methane emissions beforehand. It also mandates a study on how these well-plugging activities affect local economic development and quality of life, which could lead to better planning and understanding of benefits for residents.
Key points
States are no longer required to measure methane emissions from orphan wells to qualify for plugging grants, potentially speeding up remediation efforts.
The act mandates a study on the impact of well-plugging on local economies, housing trends, and environmental benefits like water quality.
This study aims to understand how these activities affect daily life and community development across different U.S. regions.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7053
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Process start date: 2024-01-18
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Orphan Well Grant Flexibility Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7053.

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 2024-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States are no longer required to measure methane emissions from orphan wells to qualify for plugging grants, potentially speeding up remediation efforts.
  • The act mandates a study on the impact of well-plugging on local economies, housing trends, and environmental benefits like water quality.
  • This study aims to understand how these activities affect daily life and community development across different U.S. regions.
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. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15].

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.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy Public Investments