Strengthening Enforcement and Penalties Against Oil and Energy Equipment Theft
This law authorizes the creation of a dedicated FBI Task Force in the Permian Basin to combat the theft of crude oil and energy infrastructure. It also significantly increases federal prison sentences (up to 15 years) for crimes involving the theft of oil, pipelines, and related equipment. The goal is to protect critical energy infrastructure, which indirectly supports supply stability.
Key points
Establishes an FBI-led Task Force to coordinate federal, state, and local efforts against oil theft in the Permian Basin.
Increases maximum federal prison sentences for stealing oil, pipelines, refinery assets, and related equipment, with penalties rising up to 15 years.
Allows state and local law enforcement to use federal Byrne JAG grant money specifically for programs and personnel dedicated to investigating oil theft crimes.
Status:
Introduced
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