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Extending Oil and Gas Drilling Permit Fees Until 2037

This bill extends the requirement for the government to collect fees for new oil and gas drilling permits through 2037. The money collected will be used to fund and improve the permit processing system for energy projects.
Key points
Extends drilling permit fee collection from 2026 to 2037.
Directs all collected fees to the BLM Permit Processing Improvement Fund.
Ensures continued administrative support for federal energy leasing.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7831
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Mike [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2026-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

License to Drill Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7831.

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 2026-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends drilling permit fee collection from 2026 to 2037.
  • Directs all collected fees to the BLM Permit Processing Improvement Fund.
  • Ensures continued administrative support for federal energy leasing.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Kennedy, Mike [R-UT-3].

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 2026-03-20.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Economy Environment