DEEP Act
3/13/2024, 3:01 PMSummary of Bill S 3433
The DEEP Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3433, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of offshore drilling and its impact on the environment.The DEEP Act stands for Defend the Environment from Exploration and Production Act. It aims to protect the coastal areas of the United States from the potential harm caused by offshore drilling activities. The bill specifically focuses on prohibiting new oil and gas leasing in certain areas, such as the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as the Gulf of Mexico.
Additionally, the DEEP Act seeks to strengthen the regulations surrounding offshore drilling to ensure that companies are held accountable for any environmental damage they may cause. This includes requiring companies to have sufficient financial resources to cover the costs of any potential spills or accidents. Overall, the DEEP Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that aims to protect the environment and coastal communities from the negative impacts of offshore drilling. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard our natural resources, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on the economy and energy independence.
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Current Status of Bill S 3433
Bill S 3433 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 7, 2023. Bill S 3433 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 7, 2023. Bill S 3433's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of December 7, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3433
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3433
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3433
DEEP ActDEEP ActDredging to Ensure the Empowerment of Ports ActA bill to require the Secretary of the Army, acting through the Chief of Engineers, to propose a new nationwide permit under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act for dredging projects, and for other purposes.Comments
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