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US HR4696

US HR4696
American Shores Protection Act


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Introduced
07/26/2021
In Committee
08/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to extend the moratorium on drilling off the coasts of the States of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the American Shores Protection Act, would amend the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to extend the moratorium on oil and gas drilling off the coasts of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina until June 30, 2032. It would also expand the moratorium to include areas in the South Atlantic Planning Area and the Straits of Florida Planning Area, as designated by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management. The bill would allow the Secretary to issue leases in these areas for environmental conservation purposes, such as shore protection, beach restoration, and habitat protection.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources. (on 08/09/2021)

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