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To exempt Federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain Federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.

12/20/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 10528

Bill 118 hr 10528, also known as the "Energy and Mineral Activities Exemption Act," aims to exempt federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA).

The NEPA requires federal agencies to assess the environmental impacts of their proposed actions and consider alternatives before making decisions. However, this bill seeks to streamline the process for energy and mineral activities on federal lands by removing the NEPA requirements.

Supporters of the bill argue that the current NEPA process is burdensome and time-consuming, hindering energy and mineral development on federal lands. They believe that exempting these activities from NEPA requirements will expedite the permitting process and promote economic growth. Opponents of the bill, on the other hand, are concerned that exempting energy and mineral activities from NEPA requirements could lead to environmental degradation and harm to public health. They argue that NEPA provides important safeguards to ensure that federal actions are environmentally responsible and sustainable. Overall, Bill 118 hr 10528 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between economic development and environmental protection on federal lands. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts of this bill before making a decision.

Current Status of Bill HR 10528

Bill HR 10528 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 19, 2024. Bill HR 10528 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 19, 2024.  Bill HR 10528's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of December 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10528

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
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 10528

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10528

To exempt Federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain Federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.
To exempt Federal actions related to energy and mineral activities on certain Federal lands from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969.

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