Expressing disapproval of the revocation by President Biden of the Presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline.

12/15/2023, 3:50 PM

This concurrent resolution expresses congressional disapproval of the revocation of the presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The permit authorized the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline to construct, connect, operate, and maintain the pipeline facilities in Phillips County, Montana, for the import of oil from Canada to the United States.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 14 is a resolution expressing disapproval of President Biden's decision to revoke the Presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The resolution argues that the revocation of the permit will have negative economic impacts, including job losses and decreased energy security. It also criticizes the President for not consulting with Congress or considering the potential consequences of his decision.

Supporters of the resolution believe that the Keystone XL pipeline would have created thousands of jobs and helped to reduce America's dependence on foreign oil. They argue that the pipeline would have provided a safe and efficient way to transport oil from Canada to the United States.

Opponents of the resolution, however, argue that the Keystone XL pipeline would have had negative environmental impacts, including the risk of oil spills and damage to ecosystems. They also point out that the pipeline would have contributed to climate change by increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 14 highlights the ongoing debate over the Keystone XL pipeline and the broader issues of energy policy and environmental protection in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
HCONRES - 14

Introduced on
2023-02-07

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/7/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This concurrent resolution expresses congressional disapproval of the revocation of the presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The permit authorized the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline to construct, connect, operate, and maintain the pipeline facilities in Phillips County, Montana, for the import of oil from Canada to the United States.

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 14 is a resolution expressing disapproval of President Biden's decision to revoke the Presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The resolution argues that the revocation of the permit will have negative economic impacts, including job losses and decreased energy security. It also criticizes the President for not consulting with Congress or considering the potential consequences of his decision.

Supporters of the resolution believe that the Keystone XL pipeline would have created thousands of jobs and helped to reduce America's dependence on foreign oil. They argue that the pipeline would have provided a safe and efficient way to transport oil from Canada to the United States.

Opponents of the resolution, however, argue that the Keystone XL pipeline would have had negative environmental impacts, including the risk of oil spills and damage to ecosystems. They also point out that the pipeline would have contributed to climate change by increasing greenhouse gas emissions. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 14 highlights the ongoing debate over the Keystone XL pipeline and the broader issues of energy policy and environmental protection in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedExpressing disapproval of the revocation by President Biden of the Presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline.

Policy Areas
Energy

Potential Impact
Congressional-executive branch relations•
Licensing and registrations•
Oil and gas•
Pipelines•
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/29/2023

This concurrent resolution expresses congressional disapproval of the revocation of the presidential permit for the Keystone XL pipeline. The permit authorized the TransCanada Keystone Pipeline to construct, connect, operate, and maintain the pip...


Latest Action3/23/2023
Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-25, Part I.