Bill 118 hr 1335, also known as the Transparency, Accountability, Permitting, and Production of American Resources Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote transparency and accountability in the permitting process for energy and mineral development on federal lands.
The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for energy and mineral development projects on federal lands by establishing clear timelines and requirements for permit applications. It also seeks to increase public participation in the permitting process by requiring agencies to provide opportunities for public comment and input.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve the management of federal lands by requiring agencies to prioritize energy and mineral development in their land use planning processes. It also aims to increase domestic energy production by expediting the approval of permits for energy projects on federal lands.
Overall, the Transparency, Accountability, Permitting, and Production of American Resources Act is designed to promote responsible energy and mineral development on federal lands while ensuring that the process is transparent and accountable to the American public.