Bill > HRes257

This Resolution sets the rules for how the House of Representatives will consider a bill, H.R. 1231, which aims to change the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act. The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act governs oil and gas leasing on the seabed off the U.S. coast. Specifically, H.R. 1231 would mandate that any 5-year plan for offshore oil and gas leasing must include areas believed to have the most potential for oil and gas resources, and it would also establish a national goal for domestic oil and natural gas production. The Resolution allows the Speaker to bring the bill to the floor for debate and amendment, waiving certain procedural objections that could otherwise prevent its consideration or amendment. It limits general debate to one hour and outlines a specific process for considering further amendments, with strict controls on who can offer them, how long they can be debated, and that they cannot be further amended. Finally, it sets the stage for a final vote on the bill after all amendments are considered.