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US S2468

US S2468
American Shores Protection Act


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Introduced
07/26/2021
In Committee
07/26/2021
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, amends the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to extend the moratorium on oil and gas leasing off the coasts of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina until June 30, 2032. The bill also establishes new moratoria on leasing in the South Atlantic Planning Area and the Straits of Florida Planning Area. However, the moratoria do not affect valid existing leases, and the Secretary of the Interior can still issue leases in these areas for environmental conservation purposes, such as beach nourishment, wetlands restoration, and habitat protection.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (on 07/26/2021)

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