HR 676 · in committee · significant
To exempt Federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain Federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.
- climate
- economy
What this bill does
- This bill exempts oil, gas, coal, and critical mineral activities on federal lands from environmental review requirements.
- Energy companies and mining operators seeking permits on federal land are affected by reduced review requirements.
- The exemption takes effect immediately upon passage, eliminating environmental impact assessments for covered projects.
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Community Threads
Started by Cosponsor
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How would eliminating environmental reviews for energy and mineral extraction on federal lands affect the timeline and costs for companies seeking permits?
- 02
What environmental risks or impacts might go unassessed if federal agencies skip review requirements for these activities on public lands?
- 03
How do other countries balance permitting efficiency for resource extraction with environmental oversight on publicly-owned lands?
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Sponsor · R-WY
Harriet M. Hageman
Citizen cosponsors
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In Congress
0/ 435
House Reps cosponsoring
Introduced 2025-01-23
Legislative timeline
2025-01-23 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
2025-01-23 · house · IntroReferral
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
2025-01-23 · IntroReferral
Introduced in House
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