To provide for the development of a plan to increase oil and gas production under oil and gas leases of Federal lands under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Defense in conjunction with a drawdown of petroleum reserves from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 hr 92, also known as the "Oil and Gas Production Enhancement Act," aims to increase oil and gas production on Federal lands under the jurisdiction of several government agencies, including the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Defense. The bill proposes the development of a plan to boost production in these areas, while also coordinating a drawdown of petroleum reserves from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

The goal of this legislation is to enhance domestic energy production and reduce reliance on foreign sources of oil and gas. By increasing production on Federal lands, the bill seeks to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and strengthen national security by ensuring a stable and secure energy supply.

The bill does not specify specific measures or timelines for increasing production, but rather calls for the development of a comprehensive plan to achieve these goals. It also emphasizes the importance of coordinating with the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to ensure a balanced approach to energy security. Overall, Bill 119 hr 92 is focused on promoting domestic energy production and reducing dependence on foreign sources of oil and gas. It aims to achieve these objectives through a coordinated effort involving multiple government agencies and strategic planning.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 92

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Bill 119 hr 92, also known as the "Oil and Gas Production Enhancement Act," aims to increase oil and gas production on Federal lands under the jurisdiction of several government agencies, including the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Defense. The bill proposes the development of a plan to boost production in these areas, while also coordinating a drawdown of petroleum reserves from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

The goal of this legislation is to enhance domestic energy production and reduce reliance on foreign sources of oil and gas. By increasing production on Federal lands, the bill seeks to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and strengthen national security by ensuring a stable and secure energy supply.

The bill does not specify specific measures or timelines for increasing production, but rather calls for the development of a comprehensive plan to achieve these goals. It also emphasizes the importance of coordinating with the Strategic Petroleum Reserve to ensure a balanced approach to energy security. Overall, Bill 119 hr 92 is focused on promoting domestic energy production and reducing dependence on foreign sources of oil and gas. It aims to achieve these objectives through a coordinated effort involving multiple government agencies and strategic planning.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo provide for the development of a plan to increase oil and gas production under oil and gas leases of Federal lands under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of Agriculture, the Secretary of Energy, the Secretary of the Interior, and the Secretary of Defense in conjunction with a drawdown of petroleum reserves from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.