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Protecting American Energy Production Act
1/31/2025, 6:49 PM
Summary of Bill HR 133
Bill 119 HR 133, also known as the "Hydraulic Fracturing Prohibition Act," aims to prevent any future moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing, also known as fracking, in the United States. The bill was introduced in response to growing concerns about the potential economic and energy security implications of banning this controversial drilling technique.
Hydraulic fracturing is a method of extracting natural gas and oil from underground rock formations by injecting a mixture of water, sand, and chemicals at high pressure. While supporters argue that fracking has led to increased domestic energy production and job creation, opponents raise concerns about its environmental impact, including water contamination and seismic activity.
If passed, Bill 119 HR 133 would prohibit any federal agency from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing, ensuring that the practice can continue without interruption. Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the economic benefits of fracking, while opponents argue that it prioritizes industry interests over environmental and public health concerns. Overall, Bill 119 HR 133 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the use of hydraulic fracturing in the United States. Its passage would have significant implications for the future of energy production and environmental policy in the country.
Hydraulic fracturing is a method of extracting natural gas and oil from underground rock formations by injecting a mixture of water, sand, and chemicals at high pressure. While supporters argue that fracking has led to increased domestic energy production and job creation, opponents raise concerns about its environmental impact, including water contamination and seismic activity.
If passed, Bill 119 HR 133 would prohibit any federal agency from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing, ensuring that the practice can continue without interruption. Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the economic benefits of fracking, while opponents argue that it prioritizes industry interests over environmental and public health concerns. Overall, Bill 119 HR 133 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the use of hydraulic fracturing in the United States. Its passage would have significant implications for the future of energy production and environmental policy in the country.
Congressional Summary of HR 133
Protecting American Energy Production Act
This bill prohibits the President from declaring a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing unless Congress authorizes the moratorium. The bill also expresses the sense of Congress that states should maintain primacy (authority) for the regulation of hydraulic fracturing for oil and natural gas production on state and private lands.
Hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, is a process to extract underground resources such as oil or gas from a geologic formation by injecting water, a propping agent (e.g., sand), and chemical additives into a well under enough pressure to fracture the formation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 133
Bill HR 133 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 133 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 133's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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 3, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 133
Total Number of Sponsors
6Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
6Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 133
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 133
To prohibit a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing.
To prohibit a moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 133
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