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

12/15/2023, 3:50 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 14

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.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 14

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.

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 14

Bill HCONRES 14 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2023. Bill HCONRES 14 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 7, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 14's most recent activity was Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-25, Part I. as of March 23, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 14

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
14
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 14

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

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

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 14

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

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