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Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021

4/17/2024, 11:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1506

Bill 117 HR 1506, also known as the Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021, aims to increase transparency in the energy production industry in the United States. The bill requires companies involved in energy production, including oil, gas, and coal companies, to disclose detailed information about their operations, including the amount of energy produced, the sources of energy, and any environmental impacts.

The bill also requires companies to disclose any financial incentives or subsidies they receive from the government, as well as any payments made to foreign governments. This information will be made publicly available on a government website, allowing consumers and investors to make more informed decisions about the energy companies they support.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect whistleblowers who report violations of the transparency requirements, as well as penalties for companies that fail to comply with the disclosure requirements. Overall, the Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021 aims to promote accountability and transparency in the energy production industry, ultimately benefiting both consumers and the environment.

Current Status of Bill HR 1506

Bill HR 1506 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 2, 2021. Bill HR 1506 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 2, 2021.  Bill HR 1506's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 454. as of December 14, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1506

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1506

Primary Policy Focus

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact Areas

- Air quality
- Alternative and renewable resources
- Climate change and greenhouse gases
- Coal
- Congressional oversight
- Ecology
- Energy efficiency and conservation
- Forests, forestry, trees
- Government information and archives
- Land use and conservation
- Licensing and registrations
- Mining
- Oil and gas
- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1506

Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021
To provide for the accurate reporting of fossil fuel extraction and emissions by entities with leases on public land, and for other purposes.
Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021
Transparency in Energy Production Act of 2021

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