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Ban on New Fossil Fuel Extraction on Federal Lands and Waters.

This law immediately and permanently bans the issuance of new leases for oil, gas, and coal extraction across all federal waters and federal lands. The stated goal is to combat climate change by keeping significant fossil fuel reserves untapped. Citizens may see long-term shifts in energy policy and an accelerated transition toward clean energy sources.
Key points
Stopping Offshore Drilling: The government will not issue new permits for oil and gas exploration or production in any federal ocean waters (including the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Mexico).
Ending Onshore Leases: New leases for coal, oil, and gas extraction on federal lands are prohibited, including renewing unused existing leases.
Cancellation of Existing Leases: Certain existing, non-producing leases in specific Arctic waters (Beaufort Sea, Cook Inlet, Chukchi Sea) must be canceled within 60 days.
Exceptions: Temporary exceptions are allowed only for imminent national security threats or to prevent a material breach of pre-existing contracts.
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Print number: 118_S_5588
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2024-12-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Keep It in the Ground Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5588.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Stopping Offshore Drilling: The government will not issue new permits for oil and gas exploration or production in any federal ocean waters (including the Atlantic, Pacific, and Gulf of Mexico).
  • Ending Onshore Leases: New leases for coal, oil, and gas extraction on federal lands are prohibited, including renewing unused existing leases.
  • Cancellation of Existing Leases: Certain existing, non-producing leases in specific Arctic waters (Beaufort Sea, Cook Inlet, Chukchi Sea) must be canceled within 60 days.
  • Exceptions: Temporary exceptions are allowed only for imminent national security threats or to prevent a material breach of pre-existing contracts.
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. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

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.

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Environment Economy