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Increased Transparency in Decommissioning Offshore Oil Wells and Pipelines

This law requires the Department of the Interior to annually publish a detailed report on the status of decommissioning (plugging and removing) old offshore oil wells, platforms, and pipelines. This ensures citizens have full knowledge of whether oil companies are fulfilling their cleanup obligations, which is crucial for protecting the marine environment. The report will be publicly available online, increasing public oversight.
Key points
The government must annually report on the number of offshore wells and platforms decommissioned and those not decommissioned on time.
The report includes data on enforcement actions (fines, orders) taken against companies failing to clean up their infrastructure.
Increased public scrutiny over the cleanup process of offshore oil infrastructure, protecting the environment and potentially public finances.
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Print number: 118_S_5508
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2024-12-12
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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_S_5508.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government must annually report on the number of offshore wells and platforms decommissioned and those not decommissioned on time.
  • The report includes data on enforcement actions (fines, orders) taken against companies failing to clean up their infrastructure.
  • Increased public scrutiny over the cleanup process of offshore oil infrastructure, protecting the environment and potentially public finances.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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 2025-12-26.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy