Of inquiry directing the Secretary of the Interior to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the 2023-2028 five-year program for offshore oil and gas leasing.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1247

Bill 117 H.Res. 1247, also known as the "Of Inquiry Directing the Secretary of the Interior to Transmit Certain Documents to the House of Representatives Relating to the 2023-2028 Five-Year Program for Offshore Oil and Gas Leasing," is a piece of legislation that aims to request specific documents from the Secretary of the Interior regarding the five-year program for offshore oil and gas leasing from 2023 to 2028.

The bill calls for the Secretary of the Interior to provide the House of Representatives with detailed information and documents related to the planning and decision-making process for offshore oil and gas leasing in the specified time period. This includes any analyses, reports, studies, or other relevant materials that were used to inform the development of the program.

The purpose of this legislation is to ensure transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding offshore oil and gas leasing. By requesting these documents, Congress aims to better understand the factors and considerations that went into the development of the five-year program and to assess whether the program aligns with the best interests of the American people and the environment. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1247 seeks to provide Congress with the necessary information to conduct oversight and make informed decisions regarding offshore oil and gas leasing activities in the coming years.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1247

Bill HRES 1247 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 22, 2022. Bill HRES 1247 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 22, 2022. Bill HRES 1247's most recent activity was Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 114. as of September 28, 2022