Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-02-13T19:51:07Z

Explore the details of House Bill 513 Offshore Lands Authorities Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2025, 7:51 PM

Summary of Bill HR 513

Bill 119 hr 513, also known as the "Nullifying Presidential Withdrawals of Unleased Offshore Land Act," aims to reverse certain decisions made by the President regarding the withdrawal of offshore land that has not been leased for oil and gas exploration. The bill seeks to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act in order to place restrictions on the President's authority to withdraw unleased offshore land.

The main purpose of this bill is to limit the President's ability to block access to offshore areas that have not yet been leased for energy development. By nullifying previous withdrawals of unleased land and establishing new limits on future withdrawals, the bill aims to promote increased exploration and development of offshore resources.

Supporters of the bill argue that it will help to boost domestic energy production and create jobs in the oil and gas industry. They believe that by opening up more offshore areas for exploration, the United States can reduce its dependence on foreign oil and strengthen its energy security. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could have negative environmental impacts by allowing for increased drilling in sensitive offshore areas. They also raise concerns about the potential for oil spills and other disasters that could harm marine ecosystems and coastal communities. Overall, Bill 119 hr 513 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to balance the need for energy development with environmental protection. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers continue to debate the potential consequences of its passage.

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Current Status of Bill HR 513

Bill HR 513 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 16, 2025. Bill HR 513 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 16, 2025. Bill HR 513's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 16, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 513

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Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 513

To nullify certain Presidential withdrawals of unleased offshore land, amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to establish limits on the authority of the President to withdraw unleased offshore land, and for other purposes.To nullify certain Presidential withdrawals of unleased offshore land, amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to establish limits on the authority of the President to withdraw unleased offshore land, and for other purposes.

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