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Annual public reports on offshore oil well cleanup and enforcement actions.

This law mandates the government to annually publish a detailed report on the decommissioning of old offshore oil wells, platforms, and pipelines. This ensures citizens receive full transparency regarding how many companies fail to meet their cleanup obligations and what enforcement actions are taken. The goal is to increase accountability for protecting the marine environment.
Key points
The government must publicly report annually on the number of offshore wells and platforms that missed their required decommissioning deadlines.
The report will detail enforcement actions, including fines and penalties, against companies neglecting their duty to clean up marine infrastructure.
This information will be easily accessible online, increasing public oversight of the status of the marine environment and water safety.
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Print number: 118_HR_9168
Sponsor: Rep. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47]
Process start date: 2024-07-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Plug Offshore Wells Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9168.

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 2024-07-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government must publicly report annually on the number of offshore wells and platforms that missed their required decommissioning deadlines.
  • The report will detail enforcement actions, including fines and penalties, against companies neglecting their duty to clean up marine infrastructure.
  • This information will be easily accessible online, increasing public oversight of the status of the marine environment and water safety.
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. Porter, Katie [D-CA-47].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Environment